Floods and quakes expose Israel's unfinished preparedness
Years after the state comptroller flagged weak drainage and unreinforced buildings near the fault line, much of the work remains undone.
Years after the state comptroller flagged weak drainage and unreinforced buildings near the fault line, much of the work remains undone.
Reports on 10 and 11 November describe criticism of Israel’s response to flooding in Gaza and a dispute over aid and repairs. BBC News reported the Board of Peace called Israel’s response insufficient, while Anadolu Agency said the UN agreed; The Jerusalem Post reported UNICEF said Israel was blocking repairs to a damaged Gaza City stormwater basin that could overflow. Netanyahu rejected blame for conditions and denied blocking supplies, according to The New Indian Express and Aawsat. Anadolu Agency reported Hamas said the Board’s account overlooked Israel’s role.
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