In the war-torn streets of Gaza, mothers cradle their children not with lullabies, but with whispered prayers for survival. The relentless Israeli bombardment has turned daily life into a nightmare, with families torn apart and homes reduced to rubble.
'No Time to Mourn'
"We bury our children in silence," says Umm Mohammed, her voice trembling as she recounts losing three family members in a single strike. "There's no time for proper funerals, no space for grief when the next bomb could fall any moment."
A Generation Traumatised
Psychologists report alarming rates of PTSD among Gaza's children, many of whom have known nothing but conflict. "These kids draw pictures of rockets instead of flowers," explains a local teacher who wishes to remain anonymous.
International Response
While global organisations call for ceasefire, mothers in Gaza feel abandoned by the world. "Where is the humanity?" asks one woman, holding her malnourished infant. The UN warns of imminent famine as medical supplies dwindle to critical levels.
- Over 18,000 Palestinians killed since October
- 85% of Gaza's population displaced
- Only 9 of 36 hospitals partially functioning
As winter approaches, the crisis worsens with families sheltering in tents amid heavy rains. The stories emerging from Gaza paint a picture of unimaginable suffering that demands the world's attention.
