Fragile Gaza Truce Continues as Israel Prepares for Hostage and Remains Transfers

With a month-long ceasefire in place, Gaza faces dire humanitarian conditions while Israel announces plans to repatriate hostage remains and release six living captives.

Israel confirms an agreement to repatriate the remains of eight hostages presumed dead, with the first four bodies set to arrive on February 20, 2025.
Six living Israeli hostages are scheduled for release on Saturday, marking the continuation of a phased exchange agreement with Hamas.
The ceasefire, now in its second month, remains tenuous with reports of daily violations and ongoing uncertainty about its longevity.
Gaza's humanitarian crisis persists with severe shortages of water, electricity, and medical supplies, as 900,000 displaced Palestinians return to devastated homes.
Palestinian society in Gaza shows resilience, with youth and women taking on expanded roles in rebuilding efforts and education resuming under challenging conditions.