"As Eid al-Fitr begins, a time meant to be marked by joy and family gatherings, millions in Gaza are struggling under deepening shortages and rising hardship."
"Israel has repeatedly taken advantage of external tensions, such as those involving Iran or Lebanon, to justify tightening restrictions on the movement of goods through crossings."
"Tomatoes, for example, which used to be 3 shekels ($0.97) before the recent events, now cost 20 shekels ($6.48). Essential canned goods have increased at similar rates."
"Electricity prices have also increased from 18 shekels ($5.83) per unit to 25 shekels ($8.10), while the cost of living for families has risen sharply."
As the Iran war draws global attention, Israel has intensified restrictions on Gaza, leading to severe shortages and price increases. Eid al-Fitr, typically a joyous occasion, is overshadowed by hardship for millions in Gaza. The economic crisis stems from the Israeli occupation, local market dynamics, and international strategies. Prices for essential goods have skyrocketed, with tomatoes rising from 3 to 20 shekels and cooking gas costing 80 shekels for an 8kg cylinder. Families face escalating living costs, exacerbated by traders exploiting the crisis for profit.
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