BIG NEWS: Israel and Hamas have agreed to a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. This temporary pause in violence is a moment of hope, but the fight for justice, peace and safety is far from over.⁠ ⁠ Women and girls remain at the forefront of the crisis—facing physical and sexual violence, displacement, and food insecurity:⁠ 👎 HALF of the forcibly displaced population are women and girls.⁠ 👎 The proportion of women killed in armed conflicts DOUBLED in 2023.⁠ 👎 1 in 7 women in conflict zones experiences intimate partner violence.⁠ ⁠ What's next?⁠ 🎯 All parties are urged to fully adhere to the terms of the ceasefire agreement.⁠ 🎯 Targeting of civilians must halt⁠ 🎯 Security and political obstacles to delivering necessary humanitarian aid across Gaza must be removed.⁠ 🎯 All remaining hostages must be released.⁠ ⁠ Women and girls in Gaza deserve safety and the right to live without fear. Protect their lives and rights—peace must be lasting.