Supermarkets across Israel are witnessing an extraordinary surge in activity as citizens rush to stock up on food, water, and emergency supplies in response to escalating military tensions with Iran.
The Carrefour supermarket chain has reported a staggering 300% increase in customer traffic since Friday morning, highlighting the public’s growing sense of urgency.
Long queues have formed outside major retail outlets, with shelves rapidly emptying of essentials such as bottled water, canned goods, batteries, and hygiene products. Videos shared on social media show packed aisles and hurried shoppers filling carts, with some stores struggling to keep up with the demand.
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The sudden spike in panic buying comes amid Israel’s ongoing military operation against Iran, including a series of airstrikes and nationwide security alerts.
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With fears of retaliation mounting, many Israelis are preparing for the possibility of prolonged conflict or emergency disruptions.
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