Palestinians risk life and limb to fish in Gaza’s Israeli-controlled sea

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Ahmed Al-NajjarMarch 8, 2026 at 07:13 AM

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Since 2007, the Israeli blockade of Gaza has devastated the Palestinian fishing industry. Fishermen like Dawood Sehwail, displaced from Rafah, face severe restrictions imposed by Israel, including reduced fishing zones and constantly shifting maritime boundaries. These restrictions, intensified after each Israeli aggression, limit catches and endanger lives. The sea, once a source of livelihood and stability, has become another means of control, forcing many, like Adnan Sehwail, to risk their lives for minimal returns. The situation has forced some fishermen to repurpose destroyed boats for shelter.

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Al-Aqsa 30% Oslo Accords 40% Rafah 40% Ahmed Al-Najjar ×240% Khan Younis ×250% Dawood Sehwail ×370% Gaza Strip ×590% Israel ×790%

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gaza 100% israeli blockade 90% fishing industry 90% palestinian fishermen 80% fishing zones 60% maritime boundaries 60% israeli aggression 50% oslo accords 40%

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