Gaza City

Gaza, also called as Gaza City, is a city in the Gaza Strip, Palestine. As of 2022, it is the largest city in the State of Palestine, with 590,481 inhabitants in 2017. The city is spread across an area of 45 square kilometres (17 sq mi). Gaza is one of the principal coastal cities in the country, home to Palestine's only port. Located some 76.6 kilometres (47.6 mi) northwest from the country's proclaimed capital Jerusalem, the city is located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Prior to the 2023 Israel–Hamas war, it was the most populous city in the State of Palestine, when massive displacement happened during the war.

Some of the key events about Gaza City

1917
Gaza City was captured by British forces during World War I, ending Ottoman rule
1948
The city came under Egyptian military administration following the Arab-Israeli War
1956
Gaza City was briefly occupied by Israeli forces during the Suez Crisis
1967
The first university in Gaza, the Islamic University of Gaza, was established
1967
The city fell under Israeli occupation during the Six-Day War
1987
The Palestine Red Crescent Society hospital opened to provide medical care
1987
The First Intifada began, leading to violent clashes between Palestinians and Israeli forces
1994
The Palestinian National Authority established its headquarters in Gaza City
1998
Gaza International Airport began operations, connecting Gaza to the world
2000
The Gaza Seaport project was initiated to improve maritime access
2000
The Second Intifada erupted, resulting in increased violence and economic hardship
2005
The Gaza Industrial Estate was opened to boost local economic development
2005
Israel's unilateral disengagement from Gaza led to the destruction of Israeli settlements
2006
Hamas took control of Gaza, leading to international isolation and economic blockade
2007
The Gaza Music School was founded to promote cultural education
2008
Operation Cast Lead began, resulting in significant destruction and civilian casualties
2011
The Gaza Marathon was held for the first time, promoting sports and unity
2012
Gaza's first Olympic-size swimming pool was completed
2014
The Gaza Reconstruction Mechanism was established to facilitate rebuilding efforts
2014
Operation Protective Edge caused extensive damage to Gaza City's infrastructure and housing

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