Palestinian Cabinet Calls for Urgent Action to Save Gaza Strip, Condemns Israeli Occupation Practices

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The Palestinian Cabinet called on countries around the world to take urgent action to save the Gaza Strip, which is facing a ground invasion by the Israeli occupation army. The Cabinet condemned the escalation of the occupation's practices, including the doubling of closures, land confiscation, and the installation of over 1,000 checkpoints and iron gates. This constitutes collective punishment and apartheid that has extended deep into the Palestinian territories. The Cabinet also warned of the danger of the occupation's decision to seize control of the inner courtyard of the Ibrahimi Mosque, considering it a flagrant violation of all international norms and laws.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Palestinian Cabinet called for urgent action to save the Gaza Strip, which is facing a ground invasion by the Israeli occupation army.
  • The Cabinet condemned the escalation of the occupation's practices, including the doubling of closures, land confiscation, and the installation of over 1,000 checkpoints and iron gates.
  • This constitutes collective punishment and apartheid that has extended deep into the Palestinian territories.
  • The Cabinet warned of the danger of the occupation's decision to seize control of the inner courtyard of the Ibrahimi Mosque, considering it a flagrant violation of all international norms and laws.
  • The Cabinet directed the relevant authorities to take urgent action with international organizations, particularly UNESCO, to pressure them to halt these occupation practices.
  • Prime Minister Dr. Mohamed Mustafa briefed the Council members on the political moves and diplomatic efforts led by the President to prepare for the international summit in support of the New York Declaration.
  • The Cabinet approved the recommendations of the National Taskforce for Combating Dumping of Low-Value and Low-Spec Products in the Local Market, particularly in the clothing, footwear, stone, and detergent sectors.
  • The taskforce developed a list of policies and procedures to regulate markets, contributing to increased reliance on domestic products.
  • The Cabinet discussed the steps taken to resume work on the Hebron Wastewater Treatment Plant project and approved the additional annex to the consultancy services contract to supervise the project.
  • The project aims to alleviate the wastewater problem in the Hebron Governorate, which is one of the largest infrastructure projects in the West Bank.
  • The Cabinet tasked the relevant authorities with reviewing previous measures and plans and developing a comprehensive plan to alleviate traffic congestion and regulate traffic flow on Qalandia Road.
  • The Council discussed and approved the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Strategy, which aims to contribute to the sustainable growth and development of the national economy, encourage entrepreneurship, and increase employment rates.

Statistics:

  • Over 1,000 checkpoints and iron gates have been installed at the entrances to Palestinian villages, constituting collective punishment and apartheid.
  • The occupation has perpetrated brutal killing, burning, and starvation against two million Palestinian civilians, depriving those who survived of the most basic necessities of life.
  • The Cabinet approved the recommendations of the National Taskforce for Combating Dumping of Low-Value and Low-Spec Products in the Local Market, which aims to regulate markets and increase reliance on domestic products.
  • The Hebron Wastewater Treatment Plant project aims to alleviate the wastewater problem in the Hebron Governorate, which has been ongoing for many years.

Sources:

  • Maan News Agency (September 16, 2025)
  • Palestinian Cabinet (September 16, 2025)
  • National Taskforce for Combating Dumping of Low-Value and Low-Spec Products in the Local Market (no date provided)