The Palestinians are working to produce synthetic diesel fuel by burning plastic in large heated tanks and turning it into fuel under harsh working conditions in an attempt to alleviate the fuel shortage in the Gaza Strip. Restrictions on fuel imports force residents to look for alternative ways to meet their needs. Photo: Muhammad Al-Kumsan.

The Palestinians are working to produce synthetic diesel fuel by burning plastic in large heated tanks and turning it into fuel under harsh working conditions in an attempt to alleviate the fuel shortage in the Gaza Strip. Restrictions on fuel imports force residents to look for alternative ways to meet their needs. Photo: Muhammad Al-Kumsan.