From The AFP:GAZA CITY (AFP) — Israel reacted on Tuesday to militant rocket fire by again sealing off the Gaza Strip, where officials said the territory's sole power plant was forced to shut down because of the crippling blockade.
The renewed closure of the impoverished Palestinian enclave came a day after humanitarian supplies were allowed in for the second time since Israel tightened its blockade following a November 4 surge in violence.
"After rockets were fired at the Israeli territory, Defence Minister Ehud Barak decided, following consultations with security services officials, that the crossing points will be closed on Tuesday," the defence ministry said.
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