Gázaövezet

Gázaövezet, translated as Gaza Strip, is a Palestinian territory located on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It is bordered by Israel to the north and east, and by Egypt to the southwest. The Gaza Strip is one of the most densely populated areas in the world. It has a land area of approximately 365 square kilometers and a population of over two million people.

Historically, the Gaza Strip has been a contested territory, with its control shifting between various powers. Following the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, it came under Egyptian administration. In the 1967 Six-Day War, Israel occupied the Gaza Strip. In 1993, the Oslo Accords granted the Palestinian Authority limited self-governance in Gaza. Israel withdrew its forces and settlers from Gaza in 2005. Since 2007, the territory has been largely controlled by Hamas, following a conflict with Fatah.

The economy of Gaza is heavily reliant on humanitarian aid due to ongoing blockades and conflict. Key sectors include agriculture, fishing, and small-scale industry. The territory faces significant challenges, including a high unemployment rate, poverty, and a lack of essential resources like clean water and electricity. International organizations frequently provide assistance to the civilian population.

The political status of the Gaza Strip remains a central issue in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Its future is a subject of ongoing negotiations and international attention.