Shop owners in Gaza are turning to candles for lighting as widespread power outages continue amid ongoing Israeli bombardment. The severe strikes on the Gaza Strip have caused mass displacement and left Palestinians in desperate need of basic necessities such as electricity, water, and food.
In the city of Al-Zahra, within the besieged Palestinian enclave, a supermarket owner illuminates his darkened shop with candles due to the lack of electricity. “We can only buy goods at high prices, and today’s goods will be sold out tomorrow,” he explained, highlighting the scarcity and inflated costs of essential items.
The challenges faced by shop owners are emblematic of the broader humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza. Residents are struggling to access basic supplies as the availability of goods dwindles and prices soar.
The situation underscores the urgent need for relief and support for the Palestinian population enduring these hardships.
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Shop owners in Gaza use candles for lighting due to power outage
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