An NBC News team in Gaza filmed local residents in Khan Younis preparing for the Muslim holy month of Ramadan while the fighting between Israel and Hamas paused during peace talks.

Ramadan has begun around the world as well as here in our own community. It is a month of fasting, goodwill, kindness, charity and religious rituals. Seeing Ramadan wishes above

The move came hours after Israel had proposed a temporary extension of the truce, though one with terms that Hamas is unlikely to accept.

Israel has agreed to a ceasefire proposal by U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, extending the current truce in Gaza through Ramadan and Passover, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahus office. The plan ensures the

The proposal, which Hamas has yet to accept, seeks the release of half the remaining hostages, both dead and alive, on the first day Israel will adopt the proposal by US President Donald Trump's envoy,

Israeli Border Police officers stand guard as Muslim worshippers make their way to the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound for the Friday prayers of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan in the

Gaza’s Health Ministry has confirmed 48,440 Palestinian deaths in Israel’s war on Gaza while 111,845 people have been wounded. The Government Media Office updated its death toll to at least 61,709, saying thousands of Palestinians missing under the rubble are presumed dead.

Palestinians are struggling this Ramadan amid soaring prices and fears of renewed starvation after Gaza aid blockade.

Palestinians observe sombre Ramadan in Gaza as Israel blocks aid. Palestinian Muslims in Gaza are observing Ramadan amid rubble, anxious about where their meals to

Palestinians hold a collective suhoor meal next to their destroyed homes for the holy month of Ramadan in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. Arabic reads: "Ramadan."

Palestinians fear hunger will stalk Gaza again this Ramadan after Israel stopped aid deliveries into the enclave due to a ceasefire standoff. Food prices soared, residents said, and aid officials warned Israel against using aid as a weapon of war.