Amr Moussa's visit is partly intended to add to pressure on Israel to end its Gaza blockade, correspondents say.

Nine people were killed when Israeli troops boarded an aid flotilla trying to break the blockade on 31 May.

Israel and Egypt have blockaded Gaza since Hamas seized control of the Palestinian territory.

Mr Moussa's trip is also aimed at trying to heal a rift between Hamas and Fatah, who control the West Bank.

"This blockade which we are all here to confront must be broken and the position of the Arab League is clear," Mr Moussa said as he was met by Palestinian leaders at the Rafah crossing with Egypt.

Following the flotilla raid, Egypt opened its border with Gaza allowing people with valid passes to cross. (ANA)

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