Ramadan in ruins: Gaza's Palestinians mark third holy month amid grief and displacement

Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are observing Ramadan amid widespread grief, displacement, and the ruins of a devastating war. Despite a ceasefire agreement, the atmosphere remains heavy with loss for the families of more than 72,000 people killed since October 2023. Many Gazans remain displaced in makeshift tents, unable to return to their homes, and find the holy month defined by the absence of loved ones and shattered community gatherings. Intermittent Israeli military attacks have continued even after the truce, resulting in hundreds of additional casualties and reinforcing a sense of uncertainty and ongoing suffering.