As Palestinian land decreased, the population continued to grow, exacerbating the challenges faced by Palestinians. With limited land available for housing, agriculture, and infrastructure development, the increasing population density lead to overcrowding, inadequate access to resources, and environmental degradation. Palestinian communities grappled with issues such as water scarcity, unemployment, and inadequate housing, further exacerbated by restrictions on movement and economic opportunities imposed by Israeli policies.
The continued loss of Palestinian land and the strain of a growing population posed significant challenges to the viability of a future Palestinian state and the well-being of Palestinian society. Without meaningful efforts to address the underlying causes of land loss and population growth, including the expansion of settlements and restrictions on Palestinian development, the situation was like a pressure cooker exploding.