Hamas Moves to Control Prices in Gaza Amidst Israeli Block on Deliveries
Hamas-run police have been deployed in local markets across Gaza, asserting their presence and questioning merchants over price increases amid Israel's block on deliveries into the war-stricken territory, which has led to fears of food shortages. The suspension of aid and goods delivery by Israel has disrupted humanitarian efforts, including plans for Ramadan meals at soup kitchens, where residents have had to rely on alternative dishes due to high meat prices. The crisis in Gaza highlights the vulnerability of the population amidst a prolonged conflict.
- The move by Hamas to control prices in Gaza highlights the desperation of the Palestinian people under siege, underscoring the need for urgent humanitarian assistance and political resolution to the conflict.
- Will the international community's failure to address this humanitarian crisis effectively lead to increased suffering and instability in the region?