Ceasefire Finalised:
President Donald Trump announced the formal end of the Gaza war following the successful exchange of the last Israeli hostages for Palestinian detainees. The deal was brokered with support from Egypt, Qatar, and the U.S.
Humanitarian Toll:
The war left Gaza devastated, with over 44,000 Palestinians killed and two-thirds of the enclave depopulated or displaced. Much of the infrastructure has been destroyed, and humanitarian aid remains critical.
Unexploded Ordnance Crisis:
Trump proposed a U.S.-led initiative to clear Gaza of unexploded bombs, envisioning a future where the region could become the “Riviera of the Middle East”. Experts warn the cleanup will be massive and dangerous.
Symbolic Closure:
The final exchange of captives was seen as a symbolic gesture to mark the war’s end, though tensions remain high and rebuilding efforts are just beginning.
International Reactions:
The United Nations and humanitarian organizations have urged immediate reopening of border crossings to facilitate aid and reconstruction.
(Source – Reuters)
—Agencies
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