Israel Intellectually Decides to Reduce Gaza's Water Access, a Strategy within the Occupation Framework
In a move that could have significant implications for the people of Gaza, Israel's Security Cabinet has approved a plan led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to intensify military operations in the Gaza Strip. The plan, which focuses on seizing Gaza City, aims to establish Israeli control over the coast, disarm Hamas, demilitarize Gaza, and install an alternative civil government.
The plan, however, does not provide any new information about the Israeli government's aim to occupy the Gaza Strip, as stated by Prime Minister Netanyahu. It also does not include any new details about the reduction of water access in the north of Gaza.
The first phase of the plan involves a siege and heavy bombardment of Gaza City. Preparations for the takeover have already begun, with Israeli forces already controlling outer districts. The operation is not expected to commence before September, and evacuation of residents is speculated to be planned until early October 2025.
Since January 2025, Israel has already cut the last water supply operated by the Israeli company Mekorot to Gaza. The plan includes cutting water access in the north and constructing two new water pipelines to the southern part of the Gaza Strip. In March, the final power line feeding the main water treatment plant south of Deir al-Balah was shut down.
The plan also envisions the occupation of central refugee camps, many of which have already been reduced to rubble. The military has received orders to prepare for the takeover of Gaza City, but the operation is not expected before September.
It is important to note that the Gaza Strip, home to about 2.3 million Palestinians, has been under a strict blockade for 18 years. The plan includes the displacement of approximately one million Palestinians to the south.
Israel previously occupied Gaza from 1967 until 2005. The plan does not mention any further information about the power line feeding the main water treatment plant.
This development comes at a critical time, as the Gaza Strip faces a severe water crisis, with limited access to clean water for its residents. The international community is urged to intervene and ensure the protection of human rights and the well-being of the people of Gaza.
