Gaza Strip - Wikipedia
The Gaza Strip (/ ˈ ɡ ɑː z ə / ⓘ; [10] Arabic: قِطَاعُ غَزَّةَ Qiṭāʿ Ġazzah [qɪˈtˤɑːʕ ˈɣaz.za]), also known simply as Gaza, is a small territory located on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea; it is the smaller of the two Palestinian territories, the …
Gaza Strip | Definition, History, Facts, & Map | Britannica
3 days ago · Gaza Strip, territory occupying 140 square miles (363 square km) along the Mediterranean Sea just northeast of the Sinai Peninsula. The Gaza Strip is unusual in being a densely settled area not recognized as a de jure part of any extant country.
Gaza Strip explained: Who controls it and what to know - NBC News
Oct 9, 2023 · The Gaza Strip refers to a narrow strip of land wedged between Israel and Egypt on the Mediterranean Sea that is roughly the size of Washington, D.C. Occupied in turn by the...
The Gaza Strip explained in maps - Al Jazeera
Aug 7, 2022 · Gaza is only about 100km (62 miles) from Jerusalem, but because of tight security measures, it becomes several hours of journey. Since 2007, Israel has imposed a sea and air blockade of...
Gaza explained: What to know about the enclave | CNN
Oct 15, 2023 · As Israel gears up a ground offensive into Gaza, here’s what you need to know about the 140 square-mile enclave – one of the most densely-populated territories on Earth.
Gaza Strip - The World Factbook
Dec 27, 2024 · Gaza Strip. Middle East. Page last updated: December 27, 2024. Photos of Gaza Strip. view 1 photos. Country Map. View Details. Locator Map. View Details
Gaza Strip Map | Palestine | Detailed Maps of Gaza Strip
Oct 16, 2023 · Capital: Gaza City. Area: 141 sq mi (365 sq km). Population: ~ 2,100,000. Largest cities: Gaza City, Khan Yunis, Jabalia, Rafah, Beit Lahia, Deir al-Balah, Beit Hanoun, Bani Suheila, Abasan al-Kabira, az-Zawayda. Official language: Arabic. Currency: Israeli new shekel. Governorates of Gaza Strip: North Gaza, Gaza, Deir al-Balah, Khan Yunis, Rafah.