Full Story After the ceasefire what next for Gaza?
Oct 15, 2025
Joining the conversation is William Christou, a Middle East writer based in Jerusalem, known for his insightful reporting on Gaza and surrounding areas. He dives into the complexities following the recent ceasefire, discussing the dire humanitarian needs and the chilling details shared by released hostages. William explores the daunting challenges of rebuilding, the critical role of international support, and the vagueness of disarmament plans. He brings attention to the fragility of peace, highlighting the competing agendas that could threaten its survival.
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Prisoners Arrive Emaciated And Bruised
- Released Palestinian prisoners appeared emaciated and bruised when reunited with families after long detention.
- Many had been denied visits and some were held years in administrative detention without charge.
Hostages Describe Harrowing Captivity
- Released Israeli hostages described starvation, shackling, and being kept underground in tunnels.
- One hostage recalled being forced to dig his own grave and later force-fed before release.
Cities Largely Leveled Across Gaza
- Gaza's urban landscape is extensively levelled with entire neighbourhoods reduced to rubble.
- Rescuers are only now finding many bodies as they dig through that widespread destruction.