As of October 7, 2026, the Gaza Strip marks 1,000 days since the onset of an intense conflict that has left the region in ruins and significantly altered its geopolitical landscape. The protracted war, beginning October 7, 2023, has devastated Gaza’s infrastructure and livelihood, with reports indicating that approximately 90% of the area has been destroyed. The devastation reflects both widespread bombings and continuous military operations that have stripped Gaza of much of its physical and societal framework.
During this tumultuous period, the Board of Peace, an entity meant to facilitate peace and aid in conflict resolution, has faltered, struggling to maintain effectiveness amid the escalating tension and violence in the region. The inability of international and local bodies to broker sustainable peace has compounded the humanitarian crisis faced by Gaza’s civilian population.
One of the most consequential developments in the past 1,000 days has been the expansion of Israeli control over the Gaza Strip. Estimates suggest that about 80% of the enclave is now
