Gaza Situation Report | 14 - 23 July 2007

Basic food commodities entered Gaza through Sufa and Kerem Shalom. 92% of the total supplies were commercial commodities. Shortages remain of rice, vegetable oil and baby milk. Closure of Karni is causing significant economic damage to the economy. Rising market prices for key food commodities. Rafah crossing remains closed or the last 44 days. Closure of crossings causing electricity shortages. Internal security situation in Gaza generally calm.