In Gaza, first local vote in years offers gauge of Hamas popularity
Summary
Palestinians in the Gaza city of Deir al-Balah will hold local elections, the first in several years. These elections include some candidates who support Hamas and will show how much support the group currently has in Gaza.Key Facts
- The elections are happening in Deir al-Balah, a Gaza city not taken over by Israeli ground forces during the war.
- Some candidates in the elections support Hamas, the militant group controlling Gaza.
- These are part of wider municipal elections organized by the Palestinian Authority.
- Palestinians see the elections as a way to show national unity.
- Many Palestinians oppose a U.S. plan for Gaza they believe will increase separation from the West Bank.
- Local elections in Gaza have not been held for several years.
- The vote may reveal public opinion about Hamas amid ongoing conflict in the region.
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