Summary
The people of Gaza are living through a conflict that started with a Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. Many have lost homes and loved ones, and they frequently question when the war will end. Peace talks are ongoing, but hope remains elusive for many Gazans.
Key Facts
- The conflict began with a Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, killing 1,200 people.
- More than 67,000 people have died in Gaza since the fighting began.
- Over 90% of housing units in Gaza have been damaged or destroyed, according to the UN.
- President Donald Trump has presented a peace plan involving indirect talks between Hamas and Israel in Egypt.
- There is a division among Gazans, with some defending Hamas and others frustrated with ongoing war and destruction.
- Activists have criticized Palestinian factions for their lack of decisive action during the conflict.
- Amid the turmoil, people like Emaan al-Wahidi have made efforts to continue education for displaced children.
- Many Gazans continue to live in uncertainty, questioning when the conflict will end.
