Amid desolation in Gaza, heritage experts are pushing a huge reconstruction effort

In February, the Palestinian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities reported that 138 cultural sites in Gaza suffered severe damage, mainly from Israeli air strikes, disrupting efforts to preserve Palestinian heritage. Funded by the British Council and compiled by the Centre for Cultural Heritage Preservation, the report highlights the urgent need for restoration funding, estimating €31.2 million for emergency measures and €261 million for full reconstruction over the next eight years. Despite concerns stemming from comments on Palestinian relocation, heritage experts continue to salvage and document damaged sites, emphasizing the urgent need for international support in reconstruction efforts.

In early February, the Palestinian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MOTA) reported severe damage to 138 cultural sites in Gaza, primarily due to Israeli air strikes.

The emergency response and mitigation efforts are estimated to cost around €31.2 million, while full reconstruction of the damaged sites could reach €261 million.

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