Warnings that Gaza will run out of water as 97% is unsuitable for drinking.
The United Nations and Palestinian Water Authority issued warnings that the underground water aquifer, on which Gazan citizens are almost completely dependent, could become unusable by the end of the year. Head of the Palestine Water Authority in Gaza, Yasser Al-Shanti, explained that Gaza is running
World Water Day 22 March – Palestinian children take part to raise awareness
Events organised by Gaza’s water authority saw children from schools in Gaza head outside with their teachers, banners and placards with messages of ‘Water Is Life’ to help raise awareness of the current water crisis Gaza is facing. Gaza is set to run out of water
“Walled-Off Hotel” welcomes first guests a fortnight after surprise launch
Unveiled only two weeks ago, the hotel has gathered huge international interest due to Banksy’s international acclaim and the contentious nature of this project. Mayor of Bethlehem Vera Baboun welcomes the boost in tourism and the political message behind the hotel. “It is a very significant