Gazans Stream Back Home as Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Holds

Thousands of people in Gaza are walking back to their homes right now, full of hope and tears, as a new ceasefire between Israel and Hamas starts to work. This big deal, put together by the US, marks the end of a tough two-year war that killed many and destroyed a lot. Families, mostly on foot with bags and carts, are heading north to see what’s left of their lives. It’s a mix of joy and sadness but many say it’s the best news in a long time.

Details & Context

The ceasefire kicked off on Friday and Israeli troops pulled back from parts of Gaza as part of the first step. This comes after talks led by the US, where both sides agreed to stop fighting. The war started on October 7, 2023 when Hamas attacked Israel, killing about 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages. Israel’s response was strong, leading to over 67,000 deaths in Gaza including many women and kids, according to health reports. Now, with the truce holding, people are moving back.

On Saturday, a huge crowd of Palestinians filled the coastal roads in central Gaza, going north. Most walked because cars are rare after the war. Some used donkey carts or bikes loaded with stuff. This scene looks like one from an earlier short truce in January but this time the damage is worse from recent fights in Gaza City. Israeli forces bombed buildings to hit Hamas targets, leaving rubble everywhere.

From recent updates on social media like X (formerly Twitter), users shared videos and stories of families fleeing south before but now returning. For example, one post from Haitham in Gaza described a family who went south to escape bombs but came back north because life in tents was too hard – no shelter, cold nights and hunger. Another from Quds News Network showed people heading to Gaza City, facing crowded tents and fears of more ethnic cleansing. These real-time shares highlight how over 1.2 million people in northern Gaza are dealing with destruction but refusing to leave for good.

The deal includes releasing the last 48 hostages by Monday, with about 20 thought to be alive. In return, Israel will free around 2,000 Palestinian prisoners. But big names like Marwan Barghouti aren’t on the list yet. Hamas says all women and kids in Israeli jails will go free. Aid is also starting to come in – the UN got the okay to bring 170,000 tons of supplies from places like Jordan and Egypt, starting Sunday. Before this, only 20% of needed help got through in recent months.

Israeli leader Netanyahu said the truce means Hamas must give up weapons and Gaza becomes demilitarized. He warned it could happen easy or hard. Israel keeps control of about half of Gaza for defense. The US plans to send 200 troops to help watch the deal and lead big rebuilding efforts with world money. Borders like Rafah with Egypt will reopen for more aid, helping stop famine in some areas.

Quotes

· People on the ground are sharing their feelings. Nabila Basal, walking with her hurt daughter, said, “It’s an amazing feeling; thank God. We’re so happy the war stopped and the pain is over.”

· Jamal Mesbah, who was forced from the north, added, “There’s not much happy dancing but the truce eases the hurt from all the deaths and lost loved ones.”

· In Khan Younis, Fatma Radwan found her home gone: “Nothing left but some clothes, wood bits and pots.” She saw people digging for bodies under rubble.

· Hani Omran said, “The place is unrecognizable. Destruction all around.”

· From X, a user named Sameh Ahmed posted about people leaving north for south on foot, kissing their homes goodbye, not knowing where to sleep. And RT shared videos of hundreds fleeing Gaza City with cars full of belongings.

· A hostage family member, Stephen Brisley, whose relative died, said, “We have careful hope because we’ve been let down before.”

Additional Information

Fresh news from today shows aid trucks rolling into Gaza as families wait for hostages. Trump, involved in the plan, is confident the truce will last and plans a trip to Egypt with other leaders. The plan talks about an international force from Arab countries for security and maybe a role for the Palestinian Authority after reforms. But no clear path to a Palestinian state yet, which Netanyahu doesn’t want.

On X, posts from @FinancialTimes and others link to stories of Gazans streaming back with some saying “Home again! Please make this war end.” @AlJazeera reported on the same road where people fled months ago, now used for return. Drop Site News mentioned protests in Gaza City against leaving, with signs like “We will not leave.” Hamas police are showing up again as people return.

Web searches confirm tens of thousands heading north, finding wrecked homes but staying strong. Videos from @BBC and YouTube show the walks with people saying they’re relieved but worried about the future.

Impact Analysis

· This ceasefire could change everything. For Gazans, it means ending daily bombs and starting to rebuild but the damage is huge – homes flattened, over 170,000 hurt and famine risks. Economically, rebuilding will cost billions with US-led help. Socially, it heals some wounds but leaves scars from loss.

· Regionally, it calms other fights and protests worldwide. Accusations of genocide are denied by Israel but the truce might ease tensions. For hostages’ families, it’s a chance for closure. But if Hamas doesn’t disarm, fighting could start again.

· From X trends, engagement is high with likes and shares on return stories, showing global interest. This could boost peace talks long-term.

Conclusion

As Gazans stream back home in 2025, this ceasefire brings a fresh start after two years of pain. While ruins wait, hope is alive with aid coming and families together. The world watches if this peace lasts, paving the way for a better future in Gaza.

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