Gaza is set to hold its first local election in 20 years, with municipal voting scheduled to take place in Deir al-Balah this weekend.Hamas, the dominant political group in Gaza, has announced that it will not participate in the elections.Residents of Deir al-Balah have expressed hope that the elections will provide an opportunity to address longstanding local issues that have persisted during the two decades without municipal voting.The elections mark a significant political development in Gaza, potentially impacting local governance and the broader regional dynamics.This event is notable as it breaks a long period without local democratic processes in the... [Continue Reading]