The Global Story Gaza ceasefire: How does it feel to return home?
Jan 30, 2025
Farida Alghol, a Palestinian woman who returned to Gaza City after 15 months away, shares her powerful journey of rediscovery amidst devastation. Nick Beake, a BBC correspondent in Jerusalem, offers insights on the challenging conditions facing returning residents. They discuss the emotional turmoil of seeing ravaged homes and the struggles of rebuilding lives in a city filled with memories of loss. Together, they explore the hope, resilience, and complex political implications surrounding the future of Gaza.
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Farida's Return
- Farida Alghol, 28, returned to Gaza City after 15 months of war displacement.
- She describes her arduous journey back and the emotional turmoil of seeing her destroyed home.
Life in Southern Gaza
- Farida had to leave her parents behind when she evacuated Gaza City with her nephews.
- In southern Gaza, she focused on helping children with their education and documenting the experiences of displaced people.
Ceasefire's Impact
- The ceasefire brought mixed emotions to Farida: relief, disbelief, sorrow, and fear.
- While the silence was welcome, the losses and destruction could not be undone.