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After 300 days of relentless conflict, Gaza’s infrastructure lies in ruins, with the territory grappling with severe damage and shortages across essential services. The prolonged war has left Gaza’s already fragile infrastructure severely compromised, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
Residential areas have been heavily affected, with thousands of homes destroyed or rendered uninhabitable. Streets and commercial buildings across the Gaza Strip bear the scars of the conflict, and many neighbourhoods are left without basic amenities.
Essential services, including electricity, water, and healthcare, have been significantly disrupted. The region’s power grid has suffered extensive damage, leading to frequent blackouts and hampering the operation of critical services. The water supply infrastructure has also been heavily damaged, causing severe shortages and raising concerns about public health and sanitation.
Healthcare facilities are overwhelmed and under-resourced. Hospitals and clinics, already strained by the ongoing conflict, are facing shortages of medical supplies and personnel. The destruction of medical infrastructure has nullified the efforts to treat the injured and manage the health needs of the population.
The economic impact has been equally dire. Businesses have shut down, unemployment rates have soared, and the local economy is in a state of near collapse. Reconstruction efforts are hindered by continued hostilities and restrictions on materials and aid.
International organizations and humanitarian agencies have called for increased support and intervention to address the crisis. However, the path to recovery remains fraught with challenges as the conflict shows no signs of abating. Gaza’s recovery will require substantial international aid and a sustained commitment to peace, without which the territory’s future remains uncertain.