The Information Policy Department of the Russian Emergencies Ministry rejected reports that Russian citizens, aided by the ministry, had moved through the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt outside the official lists. Officials emphasized that the ministry did not confirm any such claims and that the information circulating from the Cairo operations center was false. According to the ministry, all Russians and their family members who crossed Rafah did so in accordance with the lists provided by the Russian Foreign Ministry and agreed upon by all participating parties. This clarification aims to counter rumors suggesting deviations from the formal evacuation framework and to reassure families and friends that the process followed established coordination channels.
Earlier comments from the Cairo-based operational headquarters claimed that a group of Russian citizens evacuated from Rafah on Monday were not included on the evacuation list. The ministry did not dispute the evacuation itself but rejected the assertion that those individuals were bypassing the approved roster. The emphasis was placed on the importance of adhering to the official schedule and the joint agreement among involved authorities to ensure orderly and traceable evacuations.
Prior statements from the Russian Federation’s representation before the Palestinian National Authority indicated that Russian citizens still have the opportunity to apply for evacuation from the Gaza Strip. Those remarks underscored that the process remains active and that eligible evacuations can proceed within the framework established by diplomatic channels and coordinating ministries. The aim is to maintain transparency about who is eligible and how the lists are compiled, avoiding any confusion about the status of applicants.
In parallel accounts from Russians who had previously fled Gaza, life in the conflict zone was described in terms of ongoing risk and the challenges of daily existence under bombardment and disruption of essential services. While these narratives vary, the core messages repeatedly stress the imperative for orderly evacuations and reliable information flow to prevent harm and safeguard human dignity during a volatile period.
Overall, the ministry’s communications stress the integrity of the evacuation process. By reaffirming that all departures followed official lists and confirmed procedures, the authorities seek to dispel misinformation and reinforce trust in the coordinated international effort to protect civilians affected by the crisis.