Ceasefire on the Horizon for Gaza, But Fears of Last-Minute Violence Persist

Sat Jul 19 2025 01:59:58 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Ceasefire on the Horizon for Gaza, But Fears of Last-Minute Violence Persist

Gaza residents are on edge, fearing renewed violence as a ceasefire deal and hostage exchange approaches amid ongoing airstrikes.


As Gaza awaits the potential respite of a ceasefire deal agreed to by Israel's cabinet, anxiety runs high among its residents, who have endured 15 relentless months of conflict. Despite the deal being finalized on Friday and set to take effect on Sunday, the situation remains precarious, with at least 113 casualties reported since the agreement was first hinted at Wednesday night, as per the Hamas-run civil defense agency.

Dr. Abdallah Shabir, an emergency physician in Gaza City, articulated the pervasive sense of dread as he detailed the continuous airstrikes that have wreaked havoc on civilians. He recounted the overwhelming flood of casualties arriving at the Baptist Hospital shortly after the ceasefire was announced, underscoring the deadly irony of hope turning into panic.

With 69% of Gaza's infrastructure either destroyed or severely damaged, many residents, including Sabreen Doshan, are contemplating their return to bombed-out homes. Doshan, who lost 17 family members throughout the conflict, expressed her yearning for normalcy, despite the destruction that awaits her. Similarly, Wael Muhammad, a freelance journalist residing in a refugee camp, voiced a bittersweet mixture of relief and sorrow at the prospect of a ceasefire, capturing the emotional turmoil felt across the region.

The ceasefire agreement also entails the first phase of a hostage exchange, raising concerns about its implementation. UNRWA's communications director, Juliette Touma, highlighted the dire humanitarian conditions that persist for many Gazans, noting that overcrowded shelters and insufficient basic needs cast a shadow over the looming ceasefire. As residents like Khalil Nateel remain vigilant in makeshift shelters, they are gripped by the fear of last-minute violence jeopardizing their only hope for peace.

The situation in Gaza remains fluid, with many awaiting the promised ceasefire while grappling with the harsh realities of war and loss.

MORE ON THEME

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 10:01:10 GMT

Israel Expresses Regret Over Airstrike on Gaza Catholic Church Amid Ongoing Conflict

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 10:01:10 GMT
Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:22:26 GMT

Druse Community Faces Turbulent Times Amid Regional Upheaval

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:22:26 GMT
Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:20:20 GMT

Sectarian Clashes in Southern Syria Claim Hundreds of Lives Amid Government and Israeli Involvement

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:20:20 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 22:22:26 GMT

Israel Expresses Regret Over Church Strike Incident in Gaza

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 22:22:26 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 21:12:19 GMT

Sectarian Violence Erupts in Syria's Sweida: A Troublesome Echo of Turmoil

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 21:12:19 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:44:54 GMT

Israeli Airstrike on Gaza Church Claims Lives Amid Cease-fire Efforts

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:44:54 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:56:38 GMT

U.S. and Israel Intensify Efforts Amid Escalating Violence in Syria's Suweida Province

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:56:38 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:52:41 GMT

Israel's Dual Strategy in Syria: A Blend of Force and Diplomacy

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:52:41 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:17:11 GMT

**Syria's President Reassures Druze Amid Sectarian Violence and Foreign Strikes**

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:17:11 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:11:12 GMT

Church in Gaza City Struck, Several Injured; International Responses Emerge

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:11:12 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:34:42 GMT

Israel's Dual Approach: Strikes and Diplomacy in Syrian Affairs

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:34:42 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:01:36 GMT

Syria's President Issues Strong Condemnation of Israeli Airstrikes Amid Sectarian Tensions

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:01:36 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:19:15 GMT

Tensions Erupt: Israel's Military Response and the Druze Community in Syria

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:19:15 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:15:35 GMT

Syrian President Pledges Protection for Druze Amid Sectarian Violence

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:15:35 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:56:36 GMT

Israel Launches Airstrikes on Damascus Amid Escalating Tensions in Sweida

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:56:36 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:23:42 GMT

Tragic Crush at Aid Distribution Site in Gaza: Contrasting Reports of Accountability

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:23:42 GMT
Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:58:31 GMT

Understanding the Druze Minority Amid Escalating Violence in Syria

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:58:31 GMT
Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:53:21 GMT

Russian Woman and Daughters Found Living in Karnataka Cave: An Ongoing Enigma

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:53:21 GMT
Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:11:50 GMT

US Ambassador Urges Israel to Thoroughly Investigate Palestinian-American's Death

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:11:50 GMT
Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:09:50 GMT

### Tragic Air Strike Claims Lives in Dobropillia: Innocents Caught in Crossfire

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:09:50 GMT

Follow us

© 2024 SwissX REDD UK ltd. All Rights Reserved.