4 April 2025 | 22:00 CAT
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Image: Mohammad

After a brief and fragile ceasefire, the people of Gaza find themselves once again under relentless bombardment. The northern town of Beit Lahiya, already devastated by months of airstrikes, has been hit with renewed intensity as Israeli forces escalate their military operations across the Strip. In just the past week, more than 400 Palestinians—many of them women and children—have been killed.

Speaking to Radio Islam International, Mohammad, a resident of Beit Lahiya, shared his harrowing experiences of life under siege. Before October 7th, he lived a modest life, providing for his family despite the hardships imposed by years of blockade. However, in an instant, everything changed.

“There has been continuous bombardment, loss of property, loss of friends. No hospitals are functioning. Everything has changed.”

Describing life since the escalation, Mohammad painted a bleak picture: homes reduced to rubble, families torn apart, and an overwhelming sense of uncertainty. There is no safe refuge, no guarantee of survival. Each day is a struggle to secure even the most basic necessities—food, water, electricity, and medical care are scarce.

“It is as though we are walking with our lives in our hands, that we could encounter death at any moment.”

During the brief ceasefire, Mohammad and others returned to their shattered homes, knowing that at any moment, the bombardment could resume. Years of conflict have taught them that no truce lasts for long.

“At the back of our minds, we knew at any time that we could be in the firing line once again.”

Despite these unimaginable hardships, Mohammad spoke of the resilience of Gaza’s people. Even in the ruins, children continue to play, finding moments of joy amid destruction. The spirit of resistance remains unbroken.

His message to the world was clear: Palestinians are not statistics; they are human beings with families, hopes, and dreams. Every martyr leaves behind grieving parents, children, and siblings. He called for urgent action, urging people to remember Gaza—not just in words, but in prayers and meaningful support.

“We make dua and hope that we can live in peace, and that the continuous attacks come to an end.”

Mohammad’s final plea was that his voice, and the voices of Gaza’s people, be heard. As the humanitarian crisis worsens, his testimony serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for international intervention.

Listen to the full interview on Your World Today with Mufti Yusuf Moosagie.