street scene in Deir el-Balah, Palestinian Territories

street scene in Deir el-Balah, Palestinian Territories. In the foreground, a car's side mirror and window are visible. Beyond that, an old, dilapidated building with peeling paint and exposed brickwork dominates the scene. Wires are strung across the front of the building, and several small, recessed windows are present. A small shop or market with a banner displaying Arabic text is attached to the building at street level. A palm tree is growing next to the shop. The street in front of the building is unpaved and appears to be dusty, with scattered debris. A person is sitting on the curb in front of the shop. Further down the street, other buildings and some trees are visible, along with more power lines and poles. The sky is clear and blue. The overall impression is one of urban decay and a somewhat impoverished environment.