Digital campaign debunks Israel’s narrative about Gaza ceasefire

A digital campaign, "They Lied to You," launched on July 16 in Arabic and English, aims to refocus global attention on the ongoing suffering in the Gaza Strip, challenging the perception that a ceasefire has ended the conflict. The campaign, involving journalists, humanitarian workers, children from Gaza, and international supporters, uses videos and posts to highlight continued Israeli attacks, displacement, starvation, and disease. Participants assert that the ceasefire agreement, effective since October 10, 2025, has not stopped the violence or humanitarian crisis, with Israel allegedly failing to meet obligations like reopening crossings for aid. Civil Defense spokesperson Mahmoud Basal stated, "They lied to you when they said there was a ceasefire in Gaza. What kind of ceasefire is this when children are still being killed, homes are being bombed, tents are being targeted, and families are grieving every day?" Activists are urging international action as Israel reportedly expands its occupation and destruction, with the Gaza Health Ministry reporting 1,127 Palestinians killed and 3,643 wounded since the ceasefire.