The Globalist Gaza’s Rafah crossing to reopen and the ‘mother of all deals’ agreed between EU and India
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Jan 28, 2026 Bernie Cho, president of Seoul-based DFSB Collective, on BTS's global reach and K-pop's diplomatic soft power. Laura Kramer, Monocle senior producer in Zurich, on how front pages framed Trump, Portugal's runoff and global headlines. They discuss Rafah's reopening, the EU–India trade breakthrough, Mozambique floods and K-pop influence in Mexico.
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Rafah Reopening May Be Limited Lifeline
- Reopening Rafah is contested and may be heavily restricted despite promises of relief.
- Zizet Takazali and Yossi Meckleberg warn limited crossings risk becoming a tool of control rather than full lifeline.
Domestic Politics Drive Rafah Decisions
- Israeli domestic politics shape how much movement through Rafah is allowed and how it's presented internationally.
- Yossi Meckleberg says Netanyahu uses limited openings to create political room while avoiding admitting setbacks.
Adhere To Legal Rules For Rafah
- Respect international law: occupying powers must not restrict civilian movement or keep border crossings closed.
- Ensure Rafah's management follows the 2005 agreement with Palestinian and Egyptian involvement, not unilateral control.