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Apr 2024
23m 35s

Blocked Waters: Fishing Under Occupation

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Tracing the blockade imposed on fishing in Palestine, we delve into the significance of the sea, fish, and fishing for Palestinians, exploring the changes that have impacted fishermen – and the sea – under the occupation.This episode and its original Arabic version are a collaborative production between Sowt and the Palestinian Museum.It was originally publi ... Show More
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