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How Israel’s Financial Chokehold Is Stifling the West Bank Economy

Source: The New York Times Published Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:37:18 +0000
How Israel’s Financial Chokehold Is Stifling the West Bank Economy

Why This Matters

Key context: Montaser Amro, left, and his brother inspect a box of unpaid bills at his supermarket in Majd, West Bank. Mr. Amro said that his customers owed him around $155,000 and that he was struggling to pay suppliers. This development from The New York Times highlights ongoing changes in the sector.

Montaser Amro, left, and his brother inspect a box of unpaid bills at his supermarket in Majd, West Bank. Mr. Amro said that his customers owed him around $155,000 and that he was struggling to pay suppliers.

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