Growing bread queues in Gaza as Israel restricts fuel, flour imports
Author: Mohammed Al TabanPublished on: May 18, 2026Country: Gaza
PoliticsBusiness & Economy

In Gaza, flour and fuel shortages caused by Israeli import restrictions have led to long queues for bread. Residents, many displaced due to the war, must wait for hours outside the few remaining bakeries. Ismail al-Thawabta, head of Gaza's Government Media Office, stated that the territory needs 450 tonnes of flour daily but is only receiving 200 tonnes.
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