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The War in Gaza is Still Alive – A WSWS Review of the Situation on 3 October 2025

On 3 October 2025, the World Socialist Web Site published a scathing report that lays out the state of the Gaza Strip after two years of armed conflict with Israel, the continuing blockade, and the international response to the crisis. The article, titled “Gaza: The Blockade Still Lives, the People Still Die”, offers a concise yet detailed recap of the facts on the ground, the human cost, and the political dynamics that keep the siege alive. It also draws on a number of internal links to other WSWS pieces that give readers a deeper look at the humanitarian, legal, and political dimensions of the war.

1. The Human Cost: Numbers and Nightmares

The WSWS piece opens with a stark tally: more than 9,000 Palestinians have died in the Gaza Strip since the October 2023 escalation, with over 45,000 injured—many of whom are children and women. The article cites the latest data from the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which reports that nearly 60 % of the population lives below the poverty line and that more than half the children lack access to clean drinking water.

The article quotes a resident of Rafah, a city on Gaza’s southern edge, who says, “The air‑raids come at night. I live in a building that collapsed, and the ground is still shaking.” That personal testimony is paired with photographs of damaged schools, collapsed hospitals, and piles of rubble that have been on the WSWS site for months.

The casualty figures are presented alongside a brief analysis that points out that Israel’s “targeted” strikes routinely hit civilian infrastructure, a fact that the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has labeled a war crime. The article links to the ICJ’s “Halt the Occupation” ruling, which remains unimplemented.

2. The Blockade – “The Hunger of a Nation”

WSWS argues that the blockade is not merely a military strategy but a deliberate policy of starvation. The piece explains that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Egyptian authorities control the only 22 roads, two ports, and the small airport that feed Gaza, effectively choking off all imports. The article quotes a UN official who says, “The blockade has been the single biggest driver of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza for the last decade.”

Through a linked article on “The Economics of the Occupation,” WSWS shows how the blockade has crippled Gaza’s economy: the country’s GDP has fallen by 70 %, most of its factories are non‑operational, and the unemployment rate sits above 50 %. The piece also points out that the blockade is an attempt to “pressure the Palestinian Authority (PA) into concessions,” a tactic that has repeatedly failed and has only hardened resistance.

3. The Political Landscape – From the West Bank to Washington

While the Gaza Strip is the main focus, the WSWS article also situates the conflict within the broader Israeli–Palestinian politics. The piece explains that Israel’s right‑wing government is pursuing an “ultra‑nationalist” agenda that seeks to cement its control over both Gaza and the West Bank. It includes a link to “The Rise of the Settler‑Militias”, which details how the government’s policies have led to the construction of new settlements in the West Bank—an act that the European Parliament has condemned as “illegal under international law.”

The article touches on the “Biden Administration’s Shift”—highlighting how President Biden has recently shifted from the previous administration’s more hawkish stance to a tentative approach that still fails to challenge Israel’s occupation. The piece quotes a senior U.S. diplomat: “The U.S. can’t just write Israel off. We’re still in a power‑balance that favors the occupier.” The WSWS piece also references a linked article on “U.S. Sanctions and the Occupation” that details the limited effect of the sanctions that have been imposed on Israeli officials and companies.

4. The International Response – A Pincer of Condemnation and Inaction

WSWS’s article brings a global perspective by summarizing the UN’s reactions. The General Assembly adopted a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire, but the Security Council is deadlocked due to Russia’s veto. The article links to the “UN Security Council’s Inaction” report, which explains that the United States regularly uses its veto to shield Israel from any accountability.

The WSWS piece also highlights the “International Criminal Court’s” investigation into Israeli war crimes, noting that the ICC has issued a preliminary inquiry into the “use of force in Gaza” that includes potential crimes of genocide. The article cites a statement from the ICC’s chief prosecutor: “We are collecting evidence that may lead to charges against Israeli officials.”

The article concludes by stressing that, while the world has issued a plethora of condemnations, no concrete action has been taken to stop the occupation or to address the humanitarian crisis. It calls on the working class to “stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people and push for an end to the occupation.”

5. A Call to Action – What Workers Can Do

WSWS closes with a section aimed at readers who want to help. The article lists several steps:

1. Join local solidarity campaigns and support NGOs that deliver food, medicine, and shelter to Gaza.
2. Pressure political leaders to push for a ceasefire, withdrawal of Israeli forces, and the restoration of Gaza’s rights to self‑determination.
3. Engage with media to counter the Israeli propaganda that claims the blockade is necessary for security.
4. Support the Palestinian political movement by donating to parties that advocate for an independent state and oppose armed resistance as a means of self‑defence.

The piece also links to “How to Start a Peace Campaign”, a guide that walks activists through organizing protests, writing letters to elected officials, and using social media to keep the struggle in the public eye.

6. The Bottom Line

In this concise yet comprehensive article, WSWS offers a brutal reminder that the Gaza conflict remains alive and deadly, with the blockade continuing to starve a population, Israel’s military operations routinely targeting civilians, and the international community largely failing to hold the occupier accountable. By weaving together casualty data, human stories, legal analysis, and political context—and by linking to additional pieces that explore the economics of the occupation, U.S. policy, and the ICC’s investigation—WSWS creates a fuller picture that is both informative and activist‑oriented. For workers and readers seeking a factual, grounded understanding of the situation in Gaza, the article serves as a useful springboard for deeper engagement and action.