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Gazans fear shutdown of water plants as Israel widens offensive

  • Gazans face potential shutdown of water and sanitation plants as Israel intensifies its military offensive in Gaza in 2025.
  • Chronic fuel shortages worsened by an Israeli blockade that recently began easing have limited operations at desalination plants vital for Gaza's water supply.
  • Desalination production dropped by 80% after power lines were cut, forcing residents to rely on undrinkable, salty water linked to increased kidney infections.
  • Dr Ghazi al-Yazji reported more kidney patients, saying, "cases are noticeably higher among children" with 220 people needing dialysis amid worsening water conditions.
  • Without immediate fuel delivery, the UN warns water and hygiene services may fully shut down this week, heightening health risks and displacement hardships for around 140,000 Gazans.
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BBC News broke the news in United Kingdom on Thursday, May 22, 2025.
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