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July 18, 2017

Gaza Electricity Crisis Continues Amid Sweltering Summer Heat
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In Gaza, Israeli-imposed restrictions on electricity continue to limit
electricity to barely two hours a day amid the stifling summer heat,
making it impossible to sleep or keep food from spoiling. The United
Nations has warned Gaza has become unlivable for its 2 million
residents. Meanwhile, in Jerusalem, Israeli security forces attacked
Palestinians with stun grenades Monday amid protests and clashes around
the Al-Aqsa compound. Over the weekend, Israel installed metal detectors
and closed-circuit televisions at the entrance of the holy site, drawing
widespread condemnation and protest by Palestinians.


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