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Published On 18 Feb 2026<\/span>18 Feb 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/p>\nClick here to share on social media<\/p>\nshare2<\/title><path fill=\"#000\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11.688 9.048c-.659 0-1.252.282-1.673.733l-4.92-2.45c.016-.115.028-.232.028-.352 0-.117-.011-.23-.027-.343l4.913-2.423a2.285 2.285 0 0 0 1.68.739C12.964 4.952 14 3.899 14 2.6 14 1.302 12.965.25 11.688.25S9.377 1.302 9.377 2.601c0 .117.01.23.027.343L4.49 5.367a2.285 2.285 0 0 0-1.68-.739C1.536 4.628.5 5.681.5 6.979c0 1.299 1.035 2.35 2.312 2.35.659 0 1.252-.281 1.673-.731l4.92 2.45a2.357 2.357 0 0 0-.029.351c0 1.299 1.035 2.351 2.312 2.351S14 12.698 14 11.399s-1.035-2.35-2.312-2.35Z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\/><\/svg><\/button><\/p>\n<p class=\"rich-share__social-text\">Share<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-live=\"polite\" aria-atomic=\"true\">\n<p>Palestinians in Gaza are entering Ramadan with heavy hearts, as the Muslim holy month\u2019s traditional festivities give way to grief and survival concerns during a fragile \u201cceasefire\u201d that Israel violates on a daily basis.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere is no joy after we lost our family and loved ones,\u201d said Gaza City resident Fedaa Ayyad. \u201cEven if we try to cope with the situation, we can\u2019t truly feel it in our hearts \u2026 I am one of those who cannot feel the atmosphere of Ramadan.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Ramadan began on Wednesday in Gaza, typically a period when Muslims fast from dawn to sunset while embracing family gatherings, spiritual devotion, contemplation, and generosity.<\/p>\n<p>The reality in Gaza, however, is grim. Israel\u2019s genocidal war has killed at least 72,061 people and wounded 171,715 since October 2023, according to the Ministry of Health. It has also shattered infrastructure and displaced the majority of the population. Financial hardship dominated conversations in markets this week.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere is no cash among the people. There is no work. It is indeed Ramadan, but Ramadan requires money,\u201d said Gaza City resident Waleed Zaqzouq, calling on merchants to recognise people\u2019s economic struggles.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBefore the war, people lived a dignified life,\u201d he added. \u201cThe situation has completely changed in the war, meaning people have been devastated and worn down.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Harsh winter conditions have intensified suffering, with extreme cold killing children, and torrential rains flooding displacement camps and collapsing damaged buildings.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere is much that has changed from this Ramadan to Ramadan before the war,\u201d reflected Raed Koheel from Gaza City. \u201cIn the past, the atmosphere was more delightful. The streets were lit up with decorations. All streets had decorations. Our children were happy.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, amid the overwhelming destruction, some Palestinians endeavour to maintain Ramadan traditions. In Khan Younis, calligrapher Hani Dahman painted \u201cWelcome, Ramadan\u201d in Arabic among the ruins as children looked on.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are here in Khan Younis camp, trying to bring happiness to the hearts of children, women, men and entire families,\u201d Dahman said. \u201cWe are \u2026 sending a message to the world that we are people who seek life.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Decorative Ramadan lights now hang among the debris. Mohammed Taniri, witnessing these efforts, observed: \u201cWhen they provide such beautiful, simple decorations, it brings joy to the children. 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share2<\/title><path fill=\"#000\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11.688 9.048c-.659 0-1.252.282-1.673.733l-4.92-2.45c.016-.115.028-.232.028-.352 0-.117-.011-.23-.027-.343l4.913-2.423a2.285 2.285 0 0 0 1.68.739C12.964 4.952 14 3.899 14 2.6 14 1.302 12.965.25 11.688.25S9.377 1.302 9.377 2.601c0 .117.01.23.027.343L4.49 5.367a2.285 2.285 0 0 0-1.68-.739C1.536 4.628.5 5.681.5 6.979c0 1.299 1.035 2.35 2.312 2.35.659 0 1.252-.281 1.673-.731l4.92 2.45a2.357 2.357 0 0 0-.029.351c0 1.299 1.035 2.351 2.312 2.351S14 12.698 14 11.399s-1.035-2.35-2.312-2.35Z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\/><\/svg><\/button><\/p>\n<p class=\"rich-share__social-text\">Share<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-live=\"polite\" aria-atomic=\"true\">\n<p>Palestinians in Gaza are entering Ramadan with heavy hearts, as the Muslim holy month\u2019s traditional festivities give way to grief and survival concerns during a fragile \u201cceasefire\u201d that Israel violates on a daily basis.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere is no joy after we lost our family and loved ones,\u201d said Gaza City resident Fedaa Ayyad. \u201cEven if we try to cope with the situation, we can\u2019t truly feel it in our hearts \u2026 I am one of those who cannot feel the atmosphere of Ramadan.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Ramadan began on Wednesday in Gaza, typically a period when Muslims fast from dawn to sunset while embracing family gatherings, spiritual devotion, contemplation, and generosity.<\/p>\n<p>The reality in Gaza, however, is grim. Israel\u2019s genocidal war has killed at least 72,061 people and wounded 171,715 since October 2023, according to the Ministry of Health. It has also shattered infrastructure and displaced the majority of the population. Financial hardship dominated conversations in markets this week.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere is no cash among the people. There is no work. It is indeed Ramadan, but Ramadan requires money,\u201d said Gaza City resident Waleed Zaqzouq, calling on merchants to recognise people\u2019s economic struggles.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBefore the war, people lived a dignified life,\u201d he added. \u201cThe situation has completely changed in the war, meaning people have been devastated and worn down.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Harsh winter conditions have intensified suffering, with extreme cold killing children, and torrential rains flooding displacement camps and collapsing damaged buildings.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere is much that has changed from this Ramadan to Ramadan before the war,\u201d reflected Raed Koheel from Gaza City. \u201cIn the past, the atmosphere was more delightful. The streets were lit up with decorations. All streets had decorations. Our children were happy.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, amid the overwhelming destruction, some Palestinians endeavour to maintain Ramadan traditions. In Khan Younis, calligrapher Hani Dahman painted \u201cWelcome, Ramadan\u201d in Arabic among the ruins as children looked on.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are here in Khan Younis camp, trying to bring happiness to the hearts of children, women, men and entire families,\u201d Dahman said. \u201cWe are \u2026 sending a message to the world that we are people who seek life.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Decorative Ramadan lights now hang among the debris. Mohammed Taniri, witnessing these efforts, observed: \u201cWhen they provide such beautiful, simple decorations, it brings joy to the children. 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