Ramadan iftar held amid rubble in Gaza City

Many homes in the area have been reduced to ruins amid ongoing conflict

Last updated: February 20, 2026 | 11:28

2 MIN READ

In Gaza City, Palestinians gathered for iftar during the holy month of Ramadan beside the rubble of destroyed residential buildings.

1/9

As the sun set, families spread simple meals among the debris, marking the daily breaking of the fast in a scene that reflected both resilience and deep loss.

2/9

Palestinians sell bread on a street beneath a destroyed building in Gaza City's Zawiya market.

3/9

Palestinian boys share food during a mass fast-breaking iftar meal amid the rubble of destroyed buildings in Gaza City.

4/9

Many homes in the area have been reduced to ruins amid ongoing conflict, leaving thousands displaced and struggling to access food, water, and shelter.

5/9

Displaced Palestinian struggle to receive donated food for iftar, the fast-breaking meal.

6/9

Despite the devastation, residents came together in prayer and solidarity, sharing what little they had with one another.

7/9

Community members said observing Ramadan traditions, even under such harsh conditions, provides a sense of unity and spiritual strength

8/9

Displaced Palestinian Camellia Al-Zamli carries food for her family's iftar, the fast-breaking meal.

9/9

Displaced Palestinians struggle to receive donated food.

Also In This Package

Gazan artist's beach art welcomes start of Ramadan

Gazans say goodbye to a year marked by war and loss