The Decibel A dispatch from Gaza as the fragile ceasefire takes hold
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Oct 16, 2025 Freelance journalist Hasan Jabber, reporting from Gaza for The Globe, shares the tense atmosphere following the ceasefire as Gaza experiences a fragile return to life amidst destruction. He highlights the re-emergence of Hamas and its role in organizing local infrastructure, while skepticism surrounds disarmament. Senior international correspondent Mark MacKinnon analyzes the ceasefire's geopolitical implications, emphasizing its temporary nature and the critical unresolved issues that could undermine long-term peace. Both guests underscore the urgent need for international assistance.
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Return To Gaza Amid Ruin
- People in Gaza reacted with joy and hope when the ceasefire began despite massive destruction around them.
- Hasan Jaber describes attempts to return to normal life amid ruined houses, hospitals, and streets.
Hamas Reemerges In Daily Life
- Hasan Jaber reports Hamas members are reappearing to organize markets, guard hospitals, and oversee daily life in Gaza.
- He says some of these returning Hamas figures are armed and receive broad local support despite mixed opinions.
Disarmament Looks Unlikely
- Hasan Jaber believes disarming Hamas is unlikely because Hamas refuses to hand over weapons to foreign forces and insists it's a Palestinian decision.
- He predicts that attempts to force disarmament will not succeed under current conditions.