Slice of Life in Gaza

Gazans are still picking up the pieces from last year’s war. There are high levels of poverty, deprivation and unemployment. With the imminent completion of an Egyptian above-and-below-ground steel barrier to prevent a thriving tunnel economy between Egypt and Gaza, residents are worried they will become almost completely reliant on aid.

IRIN‘s photogallery offers a glimpse into life on the Strip. Photos: Suhair Karam/IRIN

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