VIDEO: Palestinian family finds home intact after return to Gaza

A moment of relief unfolded for a Palestinian family in Gaza as they discovered their home still standing after enduring 15 months of relentless war in the besieged territory.

The ceasefire, which took effect on Sunday, has allowed thousands of displaced Palestinians to return to what remains of their neighborhoods.

Many have been met with devastating scenes of destruction, with homes reduced to rubble or left as partially standing remnants of their former structures.

A United Nations assessment, based on satellite imagery as of December 1, 2024, reveals the staggering scale of devastation. Over 60,000 structures in Gaza have been completely destroyed, while more than 20,000 have suffered severe damage.

Preliminary estimates suggest the war has generated over 50 million tons of debris, highlighting the monumental challenge of rebuilding in the aftermath.

For many families, like the one that found their home intact, such moments of relief stand in stark contrast to the widespread destruction across Gaza, serving as small yet significant glimmers of hope amid the humanitarian crisis.