Gaza Merchants Strike Over Hamas Extortion, Threatening Aid Flow
Summarized from Ynetnews by baba
Gaza merchants have gone on strike due to Hamas's extortionate demands and threats, leading Israeli official Maj. Gen. Yoram Halevy to warn of a 50% drop in goods entering the Strip. The strike, triggered by Hamas's arrest of a merchant's son, threatens to disrupt aid delivery and could lead to Hamas blaming Israel. In separate operations, the IDF and Shin Bet arrested five individuals in the West Bank for alleged cooperation with Hamas and PFLP through "charitable organizations."
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- Gaza merchants are on strike due to Hamas threats and taxation, potentially halving goods entering the Strip.
- Israeli official Yoram Halevy warned international leaders of the impending aid crisis.
- Hamas demands extortionate fees and cash sales, violating payment agreements.
- The strike impacts Israel's commitment to allow approximately 600 trucks daily into Gaza.
- IDF and Shin Bet arrested five individuals in the West Bank for alleged ties to Hamas and PFLP.
- Hamas is accused of using "charitable organizations" to funnel funds and support terrorists.
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