Author: Mahmoud Mushtaha

The memories of a life in Palestine before 1948 are still vivid for my 85-year-old grandfather. He recalls a vibrant community in Jaffa, rich in culture and connection, where neighbors of different backgrounds lived harmoniously. However, the events of the Nakba in 1948 shattered this idyllic life, forcing him and tens of thousands of Palestinians to leave their homes. Despite enduring the ongoing Israeli war against Gaza, my grandfather reflects on the unity and love shared among different families, including a Jewish family he fondly remembers. These memories paint a picture of a time when acceptance and love transcended religious…

The Al-Mansi family’s story reflects the agony of the missing in the midst of the Israeli war, with Hazam Al-Mansi’s disappearance leaving a profound void. Five months since Hazam, a beloved father and grandfather, vanished, his absence has deeply impacted his family. His wife, Fatina, laments the loss, while his daughters grapple with the pain of his absence. The family’s search for treatment for Hazam’s health conditions is hindered by the scarcity of medications due to the war. Conditions in Gaza worsen as health services are disrupted, putting lives at risk. Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor estimates that over 13,000 Palestinians…