Israel Eases Gaza Blockade

In response to international pressure, Israel has eased its blockade of Gaza:

Israel took another small step Sunday toward easing its land blockade of the Gaza Strip, announcing it plans to permit all goods into the seaside territory except those on a list of items specifically banned. But the government has yet to specify what items will be banned or when the changes will take effect.

Under heavy international pressure, Israel said last week that it planned to ease restrictions on most food items, household wares and other "civilian goods." Weapons will continue to be banned and the naval blockade around Gaza will stay in place.

The policy change is intended to permit more goods into Gaza. Currently only items on a narrow pre-approved list are permitted in.

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