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Gaza Faces New Crisis as Sulfur Dreams and Lighters Cost $50
Gaza has been suffering from a severe shortage of matchboxes for more than three years due to the ongoing Israeli blockade, which has led to a significant increase in the prices of lighters. The cost of one has risen to nearly $50, after being less than a dollar before the war. Due to the inability to import basic materials, finding sulfur and fire-starting substances has become impossible, forcing residents to repair old lighters or borrow them. This situation has impacted the lives of the people, as they now rely on matches and lighters for lighting fires and cooking. A new profession has emerged in the market for repairing lighters, amidst great suffering for families who have lost their homes and possessions.
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