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Hope and Fragility: Inside the Ceasefire Bringing Gaza’s Displaced Back Home

Ibrahim Kegbegbe by Ibrahim Kegbegbe
January 27, 2025
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Hope and Fragility: Inside the Ceasefire Bringing Gaza’s Displaced Back Home
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By Merit Newspaper International Correspondents

Efforts to ease the longstanding Israel-Hamas conflict have reached a critical juncture as a new ceasefire agreement brokered by Qatar takes effect. As part of the deal, Hamas has committed to releasing three Israeli hostages, including Arbel Yehoud, by Friday, January 31, 2025. In response, Israel has opened roadblocks to allow displaced Palestinians to return to their homes in northern Gaza, signaling a potential humanitarian breakthrough.

Reports indicate that on Monday, January 27, 2025, tens of thousands of Palestinians began the journey back to northern Gaza, where approximately 650,000 people were displaced during the conflict. This development marks a significant step toward addressing the region’s humanitarian crisis.

Israeli and Hamas officials confirmed that this exchange and the movement of displaced persons are part of efforts to de-escalate tensions after months of devastating military campaigns. The return of residents is expected to alleviate some of the severe hardships faced by displaced Palestinians.

Meanwhile, the leadership dynamics within Hamas are undergoing notable changes. Mohammed Sinwar, the younger brother of the late Yahya Sinwar, has emerged as a powerful figure within the organization. Known as “The Shadow,” Mohammed Sinwar has reportedly been instrumental in rebuilding Hamas’s operational capabilities despite the challenges posed by the ongoing conflict. Observers note his growing influence as the organization adapts to the shifting landscape.

The ceasefire agreement and the anticipated hostage releases have been lauded by international mediators as steps in the right direction. However, experts caution that the situation remains fragile, with lasting peace requiring sustained diplomatic efforts and trust-building measures between the warring factions.

Merit Newspaper’s international correspondents will continue to monitor and provide updates on the unfolding developments in the region.

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The Editor-in-Chief, Ibrahim Kegbegbe, is an international journalist with extensive experience across Nigeria and other African countries, specializing in insightful reporting on entertainment, politics, education, and business. Gmail: ibrahimtaofeekkegbegbe@gmail.com Phone: 08024248696

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