Sources tell newspaper terror group has stocks that could last for months, as it prepares for lengthy fight ahead
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Dangerous distillation method turned to by some residents of Strip, amid diesel shortage and spike in global fuel prices

The plan, which would give the Palestinian Authority some powers within coastal enclave, is 'the new Oslo [Accords],' says PA source

In apparent attempt to strengthen fragile ceasefire, Jerusalem allows gasoline through Kerem Shalom; said to convey to Hamas that all crossings will open if calm is maintained

In apparent attempt to strengthen fragile ceasefire, Jerusalem will let fuel through Kerem Shalom crossing; Israeli security official denies report broader deal reached

Tight Israeli-Egyptian blockade, weak ties with PA have resulted in unreliable power, driving up demand for wood in winter

Family says blaze was caused by a candle, lit during one of the Strip's repeated power cuts

After Gaza-based terror groups launched hundreds of explosive balloons from Gaza, Israel closed Kerem Shalom crossing, blocking fuel the power plant needs to function

Move comes a week after Jerusalem halved the amount following rocket fire by Palestinian terrorists