Nearly six months after a fragile ceasefire came into force in Gaza, Palestinians in this war-torn territory are still struggling.
In the markets, there are again shortages of some goods and rising prices – with merchants saying supplies brought in from Israel have been disrupted by the new war in the region.
What does the war between Iran and Israel have to do with us? Prices have doubled here. Goods aren't coming in like before, says shopper Hassan Faqawi, expressing despair. In this situation, the whole world is focused on Iran, America, and Israel, and Gaza is forgotten.
World attention has turned towards the Iran conflict, leading to increased uncertainty about Gaza's situation, particularly regarding President Trump's peace plan, which had temporarily halted fighting in October last year.
At the UN Security Council, Nickolay Mladenov, High Representative for Gaza, outlined a call for Palestinian armed groups to decommission their weapons, linking compliance to reconstruction efforts. However, a Palestinian official close to Hamas indicated that they would likely reject the proposals, threatening a return to military offensives.
Heavy rains in recent weeks have exacerbated the humanitarian crisis, causing sewage systems to overflow in crowded tent camps as food prices continue to soar.
Despite assurances of aid and reconstruction from the Trump plan, access to necessary materials remains strictly controlled by Israel, hindering recovery efforts, as humanitarian agencies stress the dire need for long-term solutions.
As Gazans navigate severe economic strain and ongoing violence, the future remains precarious amid the complex political dynamics involving Hamas's governance and international diplomacy focused elsewhere.
