To prepare for the cease-fire/humanitarian pause, UNICEF has embarked on a preparedness and readiness exercise focusing on reassessing existing response plans, prioritizing interventions, and adding new activities that will be required during the initial phase of the ceasefire. The supply plan is being reviewed to highlight and proceed with procuring supplies needed for the first phase of the ceasefire response and beyond on a no-regret basis. Developmental Services for Repair and maintenance of WASH facilities in Gaza City and Rafah The rationale for intervening to increase water production in the Gaza and North Gaza Governorate, particularly in the event of a ceasefire, is crucial given the anticipated influx of population to these areas. As hostilities subside, it is expected that many individuals will relocate from the southern regions to northern Gaza. This anticipated population growth will exacerbate existing challenges related to water scarcity and infrastructure degradation.