‘The sea is forbidden’: Gaza’s fishermen remain steadfast against Israeli attacks

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‘The sea is forbidden’: Gaza’s fishermen remain steadfast against Israeli attacks

Despite their coastal location, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip can only count on the sea for part of their diet. Israeli warships blockade Gaza as part of its overall siege of the strip, and in doing so prevent Palestinian fishermen from venturing into deeper waters. Risking injury and death, which are routine, Gaza’s fishermen persevere nonetheless—fighting to not only preserve their livelihoods, but their heritage and identity as well. The Rea…