As Palestinians commemorate the 77th anniversary of the Nakba—a day of remembrance for the displacement of hundreds of thousands during Israel’s establishment in 1948—renewed violence has overshadowed calls for reflection. CGTN correspondents report from the Gaza Strip and Tel Aviv, detailing a fragile humanitarian landscape amid ongoing hostilities.
A Legacy of Loss, a Present of Strife
This year’s Nakba Day arrives amid heightened cross-border strikes and civilian casualties. Over 200 Palestinians and 15 Israelis have reportedly died in recent weeks, with Gaza’s infrastructure battered by airstrikes. "Families here recount 1948 while sheltering from today’s explosions," said Rami, CGTN’s Gaza correspondent. Meanwhile, Jonathan in Tel Aviv noted: "Israeli communities near Gaza remain on high alert, fearing rocket attacks."
International Reactions and Peace Efforts
The UN has urged restraint, warning of a "catastrophic collapse" in Gaza’s health system. Regional mediators, including Egypt and Qatar, continue backchannel negotiations for a ceasefire. Meanwhile, global protests demanding Palestinian rights and Israeli security have underscored the conflict’s polarizing resonance.
