16 June 2012
Reports by international agencies on the impact of five years of siege paint a grim picture showing how Israel’s blockade is de-developing the Gaza Strip. Read more about As Gaza siege enters sixth year, harm will be felt for years to come
28 December 2011
An Israeli gunboat attacked the Oliva today off the shores of Gaza, according to two crew members, injuring the Palestinian captain. The Oliva, a boat operated by the Civil Peace Service Gaza (CPSGAZA) accompanies Gaza fishermen to sea to monitor frequent Israeli attacks and harassment of Palestinian fishing boats. Read more about Israel navy attempts to capsize international monitoring boat off Gaza, injures captain
Gaza Strip 14 July 2011
Abu Ayman Kabaja and his family have worked in Gaza’s fishing industry for many years but now their fishing boat stays on dry land. Read more about Gaza blockade keeps Saleh away from sea
7 July 2011
Severe pollution and Israel’s frequent attacks on fishing vessels have made it healthier for Gazans to eat farmed fish rather than fish caught at sea. Read more about Siege and sewage make farmed fish a temporary option for Gaza
Gaza City 12 July 2011
A month ago, Oliva, the first boat to monitor human rights violations in the Palestinian territorial waters, was launched. Read more about Solidarity at sea on board the Oliva
Gaza City 13 June 2011
The prospects of catching fish — and the future of Gaza’s once strong fishing industry — are more dire than ever with new Israeli restrictions. Read more about Gaza's fishing industry under fire