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Gaza rubble to be transformed into island

October 23rd, 2025 - 07:10 GMT

Al Bawaba Staff

Island to be created off the coast of Gaza from war rubble

ALBAWABA - From the rubble, a new hope will rise, slowing down the misery of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Palestinian minister said an island will be constructed from the debris of the 2-year war in the enclave. Palestinian Minister of Public Works and Housing, Ahed Bseiso, unveiled a plan to build an island off the coast of the Gaza Strip, adding that the project will be overseen by the ...

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