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Israel reveals Gaza blockade restrictions

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Israel has given details of its plan to ease the blockade of Gaza, with most civilian goods now expected to be let into the territory.

Israel will allow item into Gaza unless they feature on a new list which specifies banned goods.

The changes had been proposed by Middle East envoy Tony Blair.

Israel has blockaded Gaza since 2005, but has been faced heavy criticism since the recent killing of nine people on an aid flotilla heading to Gaza.

Full story: BBC News – Israel reveals Gaza blockade restrictions