https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/commercial-goods-are-no-longer-entering-gaza-raising-fears-of-worsening-shortages-in-the-territoryContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/commercial-goods-are-no-longer-entering-gaza-raising-fears-of-worsening-shortages-in-the-territoryhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/commercial-goods-are-no-longer-entering-gaza-raising-fears-of-worsening-shortages-in-the-territory#u136099Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:03:50 +0000Commercial goods have stopped entering the Gaza Strip, raising fears of worsening shortages in the territory. Israeli authorities attribute the halt to merchants suspending coordination after becoming angry over taxes imposed by Hamas. Hamas denies these tax claims. The suspension applies to private sector goods, prompting concerns from economic officials who call the block unacceptable. The halt marks a major shut-off of supplies for the hungry territory as access routes for private trade remain closed.Why it mattersThe interruption of private sector goods cuts off a vital lifeline for reside