Unexploded Gaza shells block recovery
The dangers posed by unexploded ordnance in the Gaza Strip are intensifying following the end of successive bombing campaigns, representing ongoing threats to the lives of residents and the environment, and hindering reconstruction efforts. These hazards include bombs and missiles that did not detonate and remain capable of exploding months or years later, especially in destroyed areas, rubble-strewn zones, and agricultural lands. Expert Abdel Fattah Abdel Rabu explained that dealing with these remnants requires organized international action to identify hazardous areas and remove them safely, along with community awareness efforts to prevent accidents, particularly among children and displaced persons. The presence of unexploded ordnance threatens environmental safety and public health, obstructs the revival of agricultural activities and infrastructure, and serves as a barrier to residents returning to their homes. Experts affirm that clearing these explosives is a fundamental prerequisite for safe and sustainable reconstruction in Gaza, emphasizing the need for international support for specialized teams and integrating these risks into recovery plans.
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