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16 JAN 25

Ceasefire in Gaza

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The bombs may be halting, but the suffering continues

A ceasefire deal has been announced. The ceasefire will commence on January 19, 2025 and will last for an initial period of 42 days. During this time, hostages will be returned and a surge of humanitarian aid will be allowed into the Gaza strip.

Over 45,000 lives have been lost—most of them innocent civilians, including countless children. Entire neighborhoods have been reduced to rubble, leaving 90% of the population displaced. Families have been torn apart. Homes, schools, hospitals, and vital infrastructure are now just heaps of debris.

For the survivors, the fight to live continues every day.

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza

The sheer scale of destruction in Gaza is unimaginable:

  1. 40 million tons of rubble now cover the land, including farmland contaminated with explosives.

  2. Malnutrition and dehydration are widespread, with families struggling to access even the most basic necessities.

  3. The economy is also in ruins, with prices skyrocketing for basic essentials.

  4. Water, sanitation, and communication systems are in ruins, leaving entire communities vulnerable to disease and further hardship.

Many deaths during the conflict were due to military action, but now, the greatest threats are hunger, disease, and a lack of medical care.

A call for compassion

Despite the staggering challenges, there is hope. Humanitarian corridors are opening, allowing aid organizations to reach the people of Gaza. But the road to recovery will take years, if not decades.

This is where we can make a difference.

Every meal, every blanket, every medical treatment delivered to Gaza’s people is a lifeline. Each act of compassion today helps families rebuild for tomorrow.

Take action now

The people of Gaza are counting on us. Let’s show them that even in their darkest hour, they are not forgotten.

Donate today to help save lives, rebuild communities, and restore hope in Gaza.

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