CLEAN : After ceasefire Gazans dream of reopened airport

The video discusses the history and significance of Gaza's airport, which was symbolically inaugurated in 1998 but closed after being bombed in 2001. It highlights the emotional impact of its closure and the current political demands for its reopening. The potential economic benefits of reopening the airport, such as boosting exports and granting freedom of movement, are also explored. The airport's current state as a site for scrap metal collection and the challenges of reaching an agreement to reopen it are discussed.

What was the symbolic significance of Gaza's airport when it was inaugurated in 1998?

• It marked the beginning of a new airline.

• It represented a step towards Palestinian sovereignty.

• It was a gift from the United Nations.

• It was the first airport in the Middle East.

What event led to the closure of Gaza's airport in 2001?

• A technical malfunction

• Israeli airstrikes during the second Palestinian uprising

• A financial crisis

• A natural disaster

What emotional response is evoked by the ruins of the airport?

• Joy and celebration

• Excitement for future developments

• Indifference

• Pain and a sense of loss

What is a key demand in the talks between Israel and the Palestinians regarding the airport?

• To allow the entry of materials for its reconstruction

• To rename it after a famous leader

• To convert it into a shopping mall

• To use it as a military base

How could reopening the airport benefit Gaza's economy?

• By increasing tourism

• By allowing the export of goods like textiles

• By creating a new airline

• By reducing taxes