Palestine Red Crescent Society Humanitarian Response Report in the Gaza Strip Since the Ceasefire Agreement (9 October 2025 - 28 February 2026)

Section One: General Humanitarian Situation

Since the announcement of the ceasefire on 9 October 2025, the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip has witnessed a relative decrease in the intensity of military attacks; however, they have not ceased completely. Security incidents and various targeting operations continue to be recorded on an almost daily basis. According to available data up to 28 February 2026, the total number of fatalities reached (648 martyrs), while the total number of injuries amounted to more than (1,700) since the ceasefire came into effect, reflecting the fragility of the security situation and the ongoing risks threatening civilian lives.

Shelling and direct targeting of civilians in several areas have also continued, alongside the systematic demolition of residential complexes within what is known as the Yellow Line, exacerbating human and material losses and contributing to the continuous deterioration of humanitarian conditions despite the ceasefire. These practices have led to renewed waves of forced displacement, expanded destruction in residential neighborhoods, and increased pressure on shelters and already damaged infrastructure.

Although the ceasefire has provided limited space for enhancing humanitarian access, the population’s basic needs remain extremely high, particularly in shelter, food security, water and sanitation, and healthcare. This is due to the limited quantity of aid allowed into the Strip compared to actual needs, irregular supply flows, and the continued restrictions on movement and on certain items classified by occupation forces as dual-use materials.

Within such a context, the role of national humanitarian actors—foremost among them the Palestinian Red Crescent Society (PRCS)—remains critical in ensuring the continuity of essential services, responding to emergency needs, and strengthening coordination and partnership mechanisms during the ceasefire period. These efforts help alleviate the suffering of the most affected groups and lay the groundwork for a more effective humanitarian response in the coming phase.