Gazans unable to afford animals for Eid sacrifice

On the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, it is traditional for Muslims to slaughter an animal, usually a sheep, and share the meat with the poor and needy.

This year, however, the residents of Gaza have been unable to afford to buy animals for the Eid sacrifice due to the severe shortages hitting the Strip.

The current shortage is a result of restrictions imposed by Australia on exporting animals directly to Gaza.

Economic and social crises have been hitting the Strip since the introduction of the Israeli-imposed blockade 2006, which combined with the closure of crossings, delays in salary has led to people being unable to afford an Eid sacrifice this year.