Israel's energy minister declared the country would cut off electricity supplies to Gaza, effective immediately, one week after all aid deliveries were halted.

Israel has ordered an immediate halt to Gaza's electricity supply in an effort to pressure Hamas into releasing hostages.

TEL AVIV, Israel — (AP) — Israel cut off the electricity supply to Gaza, officials said Sunday, affecting a desalination ...

The move, which will mainly affect a single wastewater treatment plant, appeared intended to put pressure on Hamas.