Israeli gov to resume pumping fuel to Gaza

Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman has decided to allow the entry of Qatari fuel into Gaza Strip for the sole of power plant in Gaza Strip, after being denied access since last week.

Israeli gov to resume pumping fuel to Gaza
24 October, 2018   07:25

GAZA

The Israeli newspaper "Marif" reported that the decision was made by Minister of Defense Avigdor Lieberman after consulting with the relevant security and military parties.

Qatar decided two weeks ago to provide emergency humanitarian aid to Gaza worth 150 million dollar; a move described by observers as an attempt by Qatar to empower Hamas in Gaza Strip and create a rift between the Palestinian factions and cut the road to Palestinian reconciliation.

Gaza Strip has been suffering from a severe electricity crisis for 12 years ago, and the number of hours of power cuts currently ranges between 18 and 20 hours a day, due to lack of energy sources.

The strip needs 500 megawatts, of which 200 are available from the generation station, the Israeli and Egyptian lines, which are always experiencing frequent interruptions.

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ANHA