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APA-PH-2021-004179 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:35 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004177 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:35 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004178 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:35 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004176 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:34 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004175 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:34 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004173 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:34 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004174 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:33 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004171 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:33 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004172 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:33 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004170 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:33 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004167 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:32 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004169 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:32 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004168 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:32 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004165 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:32 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border

Palestinians work at al-Hattab charcoal production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004164 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:32 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004166 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:32 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004163 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:31 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004161 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:31 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004162 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:31 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004160 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:31 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004159 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:31 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004157 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:31 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004158 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:31 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004155 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:31 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004156 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:29 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004154 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:29 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004152 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:29 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004153 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:29 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004151 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:24 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-004149 Photo 3 Feb 2021 · 17:24 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border

Palestinian charcoal worker Taha Al-Hattab, 60, works at his production facility near the border, east of Gaza City, on February 3, 2021. Al-Hattab charcoal-making facility is the largest producer in the Gaza Strip. Eight men work throughout the year, especially during winter and holiday periods when coal is in high demand. While workers cut down various types of trees, the citrus tree is very useful and the most expensive but the Al-Hattab workers don't focus on only one type of wood and work also with Elkinia and Olivewood. After harvesting the trees, workers shape the wood into a pyramid that is buried beneath the sand. The pyramid is set on fire, and it burns from the inside for several days. During this period, workers must control the burning by regularly moistening the pyramid with water. When the fire has subsided, the sand is cleared, leaving the burned wood exposed for 6 days. The workers are then able to harvest and clean the raw charcoal. The facility produces 80 to 90 tons of charcoal annually. At the end of the production process, customers can purchase bags of charcoal directly from the factory. One kilogram is sold for US$1.50 on-site and US$2.50 in the markets. Photo by Ashraf Amra

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APA-PH-2021-003493 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:48 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003490 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:46 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003491 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:45 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003489 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:45 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003488 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:45 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003487 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:43 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003486 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:42 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003485 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:42 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003492 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:41 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003484 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:40 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003483 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:39 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003482 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:39 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003481 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:38 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003480 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:36 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003479 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:36 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003478 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:36 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003477 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:35 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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APA-PH-2021-003475 Photo 28 Jan 2021 · 20:35 Gaza city, Palestinian Territory

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad

A Palestinian worker installs keys for gas cylinders imported from abroad, at a gas filling station in Gaza City on January 28, 2021. The blockade of the Gaza strip and major escalations in hostilities in the occupied Palestinian Territories have inflicted large-scale destruction on Gaza’s economy, productive assets and infrastructure. Photo by Mahmoud Ajjour

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