Gaza
Few merchants hold 2.5 million Gaza residents hostage to economic demands
Image credit: Shehab Wire (EN)
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Economic expert Ahmad Abu Qamr warned of serious consequences from the continued disruption of commercial truck entry into Gaza and the halt of goods movement across border crossings, Shehab Wire reported. The standoff has left 2.5 million residents dependent on decisions made by a small number of traders.
The blockage has persisted as commercial activity remains constrained at the territory's borders.
