Returning to Rubble: Gaza Residents Face Devastation, Not Relief, in Post-Ceasefire Life

The scale of the destruction has created an enormous debris management challenge. Debris removal is a critical, initial step for recovery, enabling the reopening of blocked roads, facilitating the movement of humanitarian aid, and allowing for the eventual resumption of essential services. High levels of rubble also pose a significant risk, particularly for people with disabilities, impeding their access to aid and services.