Israel’s war on Gaza decimated transport and even made walking perilous

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by By Yousef AlaaFebruary 7, 2026 at 05:16 AM

Israel’s war on Gaza decimated transport and even made walking perilous

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Israel's war on Gaza has devastated transport infrastructure, estimated at $2.5 billion in losses, according to a joint report by the World Bank, EU, and UN. Published on February 7, 2026, the article details how 81% of Gaza's road network has been damaged or destroyed, isolating areas and suspending basic transport services. Residents are now forced to use alternative methods like bicycles due to damaged vehicles, fuel shortages, and dangerous roads blocked by rubble. The destruction has eliminated income sources for drivers and made even walking perilous for Gazan residents.

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Rafah crossing ×240% Abu Mohammed Jundieh 40% Shujayea 40% European Union 50% World Bank 50% UN 50% Hassan El-Nabih ×260% Gaza City ×270% Israel ×590% Gaza ×795%

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gaza 100% transport infrastructure 90% israeli war 80% damaged roads 70% basic services 60% economic impact 50% fuel shortage 40%

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Very Negative

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90%

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Gaza

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