This report documents the impact of the ongoing Israel-imposed siege on Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip, which affects their economic and social conditions. The report addresses the state of commercial border crossings and the border crossings designated for the movement of people. It refutes Israel’s claims that it has eased the closure on the Gaza Strip, which it has imposed consecutively for almost six years now. The following are the most significant developments relevant to Gaza’s border crossings during the reporting period 1 April 2013 to 30 April 2013:
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