As families retrieve bodies, Gaza is running out of places to bury the dead
Summary
People in Gaza are struggling to find places to bury those killed in the ongoing conflict with Israel. Many cemeteries are full or destroyed, forcing families to bury loved ones in old graves or temporary sites.Key Facts
- Mohammad al-Sawhi was shot near an Israeli military zone and died instantly.
- Cemeteries in Gaza are crowded, with many graves marked only by stones and paper.
- Grave prices have increased to between 500 and 1,000 shekels ($167-$335), which many families cannot afford.
- Over 73,000 Palestinians have died since the war began in October 2023.
- More than 40 cemeteries have been destroyed due to the conflict.
- Israeli restrictions limit access to some cemeteries, reducing burial space.
- Temporary burial locations include gardens, tents, schools, and hospitals.
- Gaza authorities are searching for new burial sites and coordinating the transfer of bodies.
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