Gaza holds first municipal election in 21 years

Deir el-Balah holds Gaza's first municipal election in over two decades, marking a step toward local democratic reconstruction.

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This vote represents an attempt to restore electoral processes and local governance in the conflict-ravaged territory.

The initiative reflects local leaders' willingness to reconnect with democratic procedures despite persistent humanitarian challenges.

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