Palestinians face severe water shortages in the West Bank

COGAT, Israel's military agency, stated that the PA is responsible for supplying water in the West Bank. Israel transfers 90 million cubic meters annually, blaming shortages on Palestinian theft.

A Palestinian woman fills water containers from a public water point, in Ramallah in the West Bank, July 22, 2025.

A Palestinian woman fills water containers from a public water point, in Ramallah in the West Bank, July 22, 2025.

(photo credit: REUTERS/Mohammed Torokman)

ByREUTERS

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 16:48

Updated: SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 16:55