Published: Apr 25, 2026, 23:08 IST | Updated: Apr 25, 2026, 23:08 IST
After nearly two decades, the Gaza Strip is set to hold municipal elections, marking its first local electoral exercise since 2006. The town of Deir al-Balah will be among the first to vote, offering residents a chance to choose local leadership. The move is being seen as a significant step in civic participation, even as political and humanitarian challenges continue across the region.