Article Author: Abdrabou A. H. Alanzi

Natural gas in the Gaza Marine is a strategic resource that can contribute to strengthening the Palestinian economy and achieving energy independence. However, it also represents a focal point in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Since the discovery of gas reserves in the late 1990s, Palestinians have been unable to exploit this resource due to political and security obstacles imposed by Israel, making it a bargaining tool in the ongoing conflict. This study aims to analyze the significance of natural gas in the Gaza Marine and its role in the trajectory of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. It also examines the challenges hindering its exploitation, including Israeli policies and international pressures. Additionally, the research explores the role of regional and international actors in this issue amid geopolitical shifts in the region. The study proposes potential scenarios that could enable Palestinians to benefit from this vital resource to achieve economic development and enhance energy independence.

Keywords: Natural Gas; Gaza Marine; Palestinian-Israeli Conflict; Energy Independence; Political and Security Challenges; Regional and International Role

Article Review Status: Published

Pages: 15- 33

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