The Gaza 'Ceasefire' Is a Sham That Continues Genocide Under Different Terms
Source: Yara Hawari. "There Is Still No Ceasefire in Sight for the People of Gaza." February 13, 2026. jacobin.com
The Gist
The author argues that despite claims of a ceasefire, Israel continues killing Palestinians and occupying Gaza while blocking aid. Meanwhile, Trump and international powers are treating Gaza as a business opportunity rather than addressing Palestinian rights.
Conclusion
The proclaimed ceasefire in Gaza is not a genuine end to violence but rather a continuation of genocide through different means, while international powers enable Israel's actions and pursue exploitative reconstruction plans
Premises
- Israel has killed over 500 Palestinians since the ceasefire was announced, demonstrating continued violence
- Israel maintains military occupation of 53% of Gaza through the 'yellow line' boundary, preventing Palestinian return to their homes
- Israel deliberately restricts humanitarian aid below agreed levels and targets aid organizations with new compliance requirements
- The international community, including the UN Security Council, has given Trump's administration authority over Gaza without Palestinian input
- Trump's 'Board of Peace' represents an attempt to convert the site of genocide into a real estate opportunity
- The scale of destruction (equivalent to six Hiroshima bombs) and systematic dismantling of infrastructure indicates intent to make Gaza uninhabitable
Assumptions
- A genuine ceasefire requires complete cessation of violence and military withdrawal
- International law grants Palestinians the right to self-determination and return to their homes
- The pattern of Israeli actions reveals genocidal intent rather than security concerns
- International institutions should protect Palestinian rights rather than enable their violation
- Humanitarian aid should be distributed without political conditions or occupier control