Images for the history books... The return to Gaza has begun!
Following the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, hundreds of thousands of Gazans walked toward their neighborhoods, which have been reduced to rubble, to rebuild their homes. The Israeli army announced that it remains prepared for attacks despite the ceasefire.
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Following the entry into force of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, hundreds of thousands of Gazans walked along the coast to return to their neighborhoods, which have become ruins. The Israeli army announced that the ceasefire began as of 12:00 and that military units in the region were positioned along updated deployment lines. The crowd of Gazans walking created images that will go down in history.
ISRAEL'S WARNINGS CONTINUE
However, the Israeli army stated that approaching the Rafah crossing area and the Philadelphi Corridor is extremely dangerous, declaring that they remain ready to attack in the event of any violation. Gazans have begun to traverse a dangerous path to reach their homes.
IMAGES FOR THE HISTORY BOOKS
The crowd of Gazans stretching along the coast visually symbolizes a turning point. This march created a historic moment that concretely reveals the effects of the war and the ceasefire. While Israel Army Radio announced that 11 Palestinian prisoners would be released during this period, it was noted that the identities showed "last-minute changes."
RELEASE OF PALESTINIAN PRISONERS
At the same time, the Israeli Ministry of Justice announced that 250 Palestinian prisoners would be released. It was stated that 100 of these individuals would be sent to the West Bank and 5 to West Jerusalem. These developments came to the fore alongside ongoing news regarding the ceasefire.
NETANYAHU'S STATEMENT ON THE CEASEFIRE
In a statement following the ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that they have begun efforts to find the hostages missing in Gaza. Netanyahu emphasized that peace efforts must be expanded further. As Israeli tank units withdraw from the agreed-upon zone, 58 percent of Gaza remains under occupation.
CEASEFIRE COMMENTARY ON ISRAEL'S CHANNEL 12
In its commentary on the ceasefire in Gaza, Israel's Channel 12 stated, "Hamas entered this war to shed light on the Palestinian issue once again. We are sorry, because they succeeded in doing so."