Ceasefire in Gaza

Gaza has been in a cycle of recurring conflict for decades. With each round of war, the circle of destruction widens and the humanitarian crisis worsens, making the return to normal life a tremendous challenge. While any military escalation in Gaza has temporarily ceased, the extent of the destruction and its repercussions on civilians and infrastructure remain a matter of paramount importance.

The recent war in Gaza left behind a tragic scene of devastation: homes, hospitals, schools, and vital infrastructure were destroyed or severely damaged. Thousands of families have lost their homes and livelihoods, while civilians suffer from severe shortages of clean water, electricity, and basic food supplies. Palestinian cities and villages in the Strip have become disaster zones, where residents struggle to secure the bare necessities of daily life.

One of the most significant and serious humanitarian repercussions of any conflict is the issue of handing over bodies and prisoners. A full-scale war that causes widespread destruction of infrastructure makes it extremely difficult for any party to adhere to international humanitarian agreements related to prisoner exchanges or the return of bodies. The destruction of roads, hospitals, and cemeteries hinders the safe transfer of bodies, increases the suffering of victims' families, and creates a difficult legal and moral gap between the warring parties.

Under international humanitarian law, warring parties are obligated to ensure that prisoners and victims are treated with dignity and that bodies are returned to their families. However, given the current scale of destruction in Gaza, adherence to these laws is becoming increasingly difficult, creating additional tensions that could complicate future reconciliation or ceasefire efforts.