Sensemaker Gaza is trapped in limbo
Nov 26, 2025
In this discussion, Ruth Michelson, a Middle East correspondent at The Observer, shares her deep insights into the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. She reveals sharply rising casualties following the ceasefire and highlights the dire challenges of food shortages and aid access. Michelson explains the impact of local gangs filling power vacuums and the worsening conditions for displaced Palestinians due to flooding. She also addresses the complexities of Trump's Gaza peace plan and the significant gaps in ongoing diplomacy, underscoring the necessity of U.S. involvement for lasting peace.
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Plan Signed But Details Missing
- The Trump 20-point plan delivered a ceasefire but left crucial implementation details unresolved.
- That gap risks peace becoming a paper agreement without real mechanisms to rebuild or demilitarise Gaza.
Ceasefire Helps, But Hunger Persists
- The ceasefire has increased aid access but not enough to reverse famine or feed those in extreme hunger.
- Rebuilding food security requires a far larger and sustained aid effort than current deliveries provide.
Power Vacuum Replaced By Armed Groups
- A power vacuum has left governance to armed clans and gangs who control territory and access to aid.
- Ordinary Gazans must often negotiate with these groups to obtain food, water, and humanitarian support.