Photos: The first day of Ramadan in war-torn Gaza as millions struggle to survive
Millions of Muslims across Gaza began fasting for the Islamic Holy Month of Ramadan on Monday, March 11. The conflict between Israel and Hamas continues after ceasefire negotiations failed.
The Holy Month of Ramadan began all across the world on Monday for Muslims, including millions struggling to survive in Gaza.
Palestinians in Gaza began fasting for Ramadan as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continued after ceasefire negotiations failed. The start of a month of fasting, spirituality, and reflection began with widespread starvation, violence and food insecurity in Gaza.
More than 95% of the 2.3 million people in northern Gaza are facing a food insecurity crisis, and food trucks and resources have faced challenges getting into Gaza.
Here's what the first day of Ramadan looked like across Gaza.
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