Israel announces ‘total’ blockade on Gaza

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant says move is part of a war against “beastly people”.

Monday, October 09, 2023
Israeli soldiers look out as they stand between buildings in Sderot, southern Israel [Amir Cohen/Reuters]

Israel has announced a "total” blockade of Gaza, including a ban on food and fuel.

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said on Monday authorities would cut electricity and block the entry of food and fuel as part of a "complete siege” on Hamas-occupied Gaza.

Gallant described the move as part of a war against "beastly people”.