• Mandira Chatterjee
• 12 Oct, 2025

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Gazans Return Home: The long-awaited Israel-Hamas ceasefire is holding strong in 2025, marking a big step to end the two-year Gaza war that killed tens of thousands and wrecked the area. Thousands of Palestinians are walking back to their damaged homes, mostly through Wadi Gaza in the central Gaza Strip. This valley, a key path in Gaza, sees crowds on foot, cars and carts heading north. Israeli troops have moved back in the first phase of the US-brokered deal under President Trump. People like Nabila Basal feel huge relief as the fighting stops. UN aid trucks are set to roll in from Sunday, bringing much-needed help after months of shortages. This moment brings hope but also fear of what lies ahead in a ruined land.

Details & Context

The ceasefire kicked off on Friday with Israeli forces pulling out from parts of Gaza under the Trump Gaza plan. This deal aims to free hostages, swap prisoners and rebuild peace. In Wadi Gaza, a vital crossing point in the Gaza Strip, families cram onto coastal roads like Al-Rashid Street. Many walk miles in the heat, carrying what little they have left. This scene echoes a short truce back in January but now the damage is worse after recent Israeli strikes on Gaza City high-rises and homes. The IDF says they targeted Hamas hideouts, but locals find flattened buildings and rubble everywhere.

The war started on October 7, 2023 when Hamas fighters attacked Israel, killing about 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages. Israel’s response hit Gaza hard with over 67,000 Palestinians dead and 170,000 hurt, per Gaza’s Health Ministry. Half the deaths were women and kids, say experts. The UN calls these numbers reliable. Now, with the truce, Hamas has 72 hours to release the last 48 hostages - about 20 alive. Israel will free around 2,000 Palestinian prisoners in return. Borders like Rafah will reopen for aid, easing famine in some spots.

·       From X posts, we see real-time views: Users share videos of tanks firing near Wadi Gaza just before the truce, showing tense moments. One post from @RamAbdu notes Israeli tanks targeting people on Al-Rashid Street, raising doubts on full peace. But latest updates show over 500,000 returning to Gaza City since the deal. Social media buzzes with celebrations in Europe, but warnings from IDF and Hamas tell people to avoid troop areas. Wadi Gaza, often a “danger zone” in past fights, now stands as a symbol of return with IDF urging safety.

Trump’s 20-point plan calls for Hamas to disarm and Gaza to go neutral. An international force, mostly from Arab nations will handle security. US troops - about 200 - will help monitor from Israel. Reconstruction gets big funding, led by the US. But Netanyahu opposes a full Palestinian state, making the future unclear.

Quotes

·       From Gazans on the ground: “It feels amazing; thank God,” said Nabila Basal, walking with her hurt daughter. “We’re so glad the war ended and the pain is over.”

·       Jamal Mesbah, a displaced man heading north: “No big joy but this truce eases the hurt from deaths and loss of loved ones.”

·       Fatma Radwan from Khan Younis: “Nothing left but some clothes, wood bits and pots. People dig for bodies under rubble.”

·       Hani Omran: “The place looks unknown. Destruction all around.”

·       Netanyahu’s tough words: “Hamas disarms easy way or hard way. They agreed only with the sword at their neck - and it’s still there.”

·       Hamas official Khalil Al-Hayya: “All women and kids in Israeli jails will be free.”

·       Hostage family member Stephen Brisley: “We hope lightly; our hopes got crushed before.”

·       From X: @shameensuleman posts: “Thousands walk north in defiance; hospitals report 35 bodies today.”

Additional Information

Fresh from X and web research: Posts show IDF finished partial pullback with coastal roads open for returns to Gaza City. But some strikes hit before the truce like in Al-Tuffah and Jabalia school. UN gets green light for 170,000 tons of aid from Jordan and Egypt, starting Sunday. Past months saw only 20% of needed help enter, per UN chief Tom Fletcher.

Trump plans to visit Egypt soon with other leaders. Hamas says no to disarmament, per a spokesperson on @SkyNews. High-profile prisoner Marwan Barghouti stays out of the swap list. Gaza police deploy in empty zones to stop chaos. Social media shares videos of families fleeing heat without water, highlighting ongoing hardships. Over 555,000 evacuated Gaza City recently, per @IDF. Nobel Peace Prize went to María Corina Machado, not Trump, despite calls.

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Impact Analysis

This ceasefire could change the Middle East. For Gazans, it means less death and more aid but rebuilding will take years with so much destroyed. Wadi Gaza, once a evacuation route, now aids returns but risks if truce breaks. Economy-wise, opening borders boosts trade and jobs. But Hamas disarmament demand might spark new fights if ignored. Globally, it eases protests and genocide claims against Israel. Trump’s role boosts his image but Netanyahu’s state opposition could block long-term peace. Palestinian Authority reforms might lead to unity but years away. Aid surge fights famine, saving lives, yet health crises linger with wounded thousands. Overall, positive for now, but fragile without trust.

Conclusion

The 2025 Israel-Hamas ceasefire offers a fresh start after two years of pain in Gaza. With people crossing Wadi Gaza to reclaim homes, hostages coming free and aid flowing, hope grows. But challenges like disarmament and rebuild remain. Trump’s plan sets a path but all sides must stick to it for real peace. Stay updated as events unfold fast.

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