Jerusalem: A fragile calm has returned to Gaza as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas held into its third day, offering a brief respite from weeks of intense conflict. The ceasefire, brokered with the involvement of U.S. President Donald Trump, comes ahead of a planned release of hostages and signals a potential, though tentative, shift toward diplomatic engagement in the region.

Thousands of displaced Palestinians cautiously began returning to northern Gaza, particularly Gaza City, which had experienced heavy bombardment during recent Israeli military operations. While the ceasefire has permitted civilian movement, the area remains hazardous. Unexploded ordnance, debris, and damaged infrastructure pose serious risks, complicating efforts to restore normalcy for residents who had been

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