Amid destruction, loss, Gaza clings to Ramadan traditions with resilience

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By AP and ReutersFebruary 18, 2026 at 09:39 AM

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Amidst the ongoing war and devastation in Gaza, Palestinians are observing Ramadan with heavy hearts. The traditional festivities are overshadowed by grief, displacement, and financial hardship. The majority of the population has been displaced, infrastructure is shattered, and over 72,000 people have been killed since October 2023. Financial struggles are widespread, with residents lacking money and work to observe the holy month properly. Despite the grim reality and harsh winter conditions, some Palestinians are attempting to maintain Ramadan traditions, such as creating artwork and decorations, to bring some happiness to their communities.

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Waleed Zaqzouq 40% Hani Dahman 40% Raed Koheel 40% Fedaa Ayyad 40% Ministry of Health 50% Beit Lahiya 50% Yazeed Abu Jarad 60% Gaza City ×365% Khan Younis ×270% Israel ×275% Ramadan ×790% Gaza Strip ×695%

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gaza 100% ramadan 100% war 90% destruction 80% financial hardship 70% displacement 70% resilience 60% traditions 60% grief 50% survival 50%

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Very Negative

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Al Jazeera

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90%

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Gaza Strip

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