The Intelligence from The Economist Voices of Gaza: life amid a fragile peace
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Oct 20, 2025 In this insightful discussion, Sarah Lanyuk, an Audio correspondent for The Economist, shares her firsthand experiences from Gaza, where a fragile ceasefire reigns. She captures the heart-wrenching stories of displacement and daily survival, revealing how families endure shortages and emotional trauma. Gazans express their hopes for education, jobs, and rebuilding amid uncertainty. Alongside this, the episode touches on the global cycling boom, exploring how urban infrastructure is transforming city life and the unique advantages of left-handed athletes in competitive sports.
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Lives Upended In Gaza
- Dima, Rami and Omar describe life after two years of war: overcrowded homes, tents and little food.
- They emphasise emotional loss, missing privacy, and an uncertain future despite the ceasefire.
Aid Alone Won't Rebuild Gaza
- Increased aid has not matched the scale of need and key crossings like Rafah remain closed or intermittently paused.
- Gazans say reconstruction must pair rebuilding buildings with jobs, education and trauma-processing to restore hope.
A Gym Owner Turned Hungry
- Omar, a former gym owner, sent photos showing dramatic weight loss and loss of his business amid hunger.
- He says some days they eat one nutritionally poor meal and life feels little different under ceasefire.