"Masked Vigilantes Enforce Order in Gaza's Absence of Police"
In the absence of the civil police force in Gaza due to Israeli strikes, vigilante groups known as "People's Protection Committees" have emerged to maintain public safety and combat price hikes by market profiteers. While some residents welcome their presence, others express concerns about the masked, armed men taking over policing. The conflict has led to intense shortages and skyrocketing prices, prompting the vigilantes to confiscate goods from repeat offenders and sell them at set rates. However, some residents believe the vigilantes are targeting the wrong people and should focus on pressing senior merchants to bring down prices at the border crossing.