Eid in Gaza was another bloodbath. The ceasefire is a lie | Soumaya Ghannoushi | MEE Opinion

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Soumaya Ghannoushi, writer and expert in Middle East politics, says that the ceasefire in Gaza is a deception designed to lower public scrutiny while the conflict continues. She notes that around 1,000 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire was announced, with air strikes and the destruction of civilian shelters persisting during Eid. Ghannoushi criticises international figures, particularly Tony Blair, for declaring an end to the war while ignoring the reality on the ground. She argues that the "Board of Peace" serves to manage perceptions rather than halt the violence, noting that promised reconstruction funds remain empty while the Israeli government openly discusses the "voluntary emigration" of Palestinians. The absence of meaningful accountability, she says, has bred arrogance and escalation. Ghannoushi points out that the military tactics used in Gaza, such as the unprecedented targeting of healthcare workers and the destruction of entire neighbourhoods, are now being deployed in Lebanon. Ghannoushi warns that what happens in Gaza does not stay in Gaza. The methods tested there, including the targeting of hospitals, medical workers, journalists and civilians, are spreading to Lebanon and beyond. She concludes that Gaza is not one issue among many. Gaza is the issue. Support stories that matter. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR0fZh5SBxxMNYdg0VzRFkg/join Catch previous episodes of MEE LIVE, our biweekly news programme exploring the stories shaping our world through breaking coverage, expert analysis, and hard-hitting interviews. Originally airing Tuesdays & Thursdays at 12pm ET | 5pm BST Got a story tip or question? Reach us at MEELive@middleeasteye.org Subscribe to our channel: http://ow.ly/AVlW30n1OWH Subscribe to MEE Telegram channel to stay up to date: https://t.me/MiddleEastEye_TG Middle East Eye Website: https://middleeasteye.net Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@middleeasteye Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/Middl