Palestinian grandparents care for 36 children orphaned by Israel in Gaza
Summary
In Gaza, a couple named Hamed and Rida Aliwa are taking care of 36 grandchildren after losing their sons during a conflict with Israel. The United Nations reports that more than 39,000 children in Gaza have lost one or both parents, and many people face shortages of basic necessities. A ceasefire brokered by the United States started on October 10, but challenges remain for those returning to northern Gaza.Key Facts
- More than 39,000 children in Gaza have lost one or both parents due to the conflict.
- Around 17,000 of these children have lost both parents since October 2023.
- Hamed and Rida Aliwa are caring for 36 orphaned grandchildren after their sons were killed.
- They face daily challenges, such as finding food and clean water.
- UNICEF estimates that 3,000 to 4,000 children in Gaza have lost one or more limbs.
- A ceasefire, started on October 10, allowed about 473,000 people to return to northern Gaza.
- Many returning people find their homes destroyed and basic supplies lacking.
- People are still concerned about the possibility of the conflict starting again.
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