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Palestinian election candidate warns West Bank could ‘explode’ unless Israel releases tax funds

Palestinian election candidate Dr. Ahmad Shadid warned that withheld PA tax revenues and rising unemployment could trigger an “explosion in the West Bank” with regional consequences.

  • Dr. Ahmad Shadid warns West Bank could 'explode' without released tax funds.
  • 27.9% of West Bank population aged 15+ unemployed; 29.9% underutilized labor.
  • Israel revoked work permits for ~140,000 Palestinians post-Oct 7 attacks.

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