"I say that I am houseless, but I am not homeless. I have a home to return to, which is Palestine." This statement reflects the deep connection that Abu Toha feels towards his homeland despite the destruction of his physical residence.
"If there was one reason why I left Gaza, it was just to save my children because I couldn't provide food to everyone in Gaza." This illustrates the difficult choices faced by many in conflict zones, prioritizing their children's safety.
"My losses started the day I was born. I lost my childhood...I lost 31 members of my extended family, who was wounded in an airstrike in 2009...who lost his house, who lost 300 friends." These words encapsulate the profound personal and collective trauma endured by Abu Toha and many Palestinians.
"But I can't do anything when I'm there except just to stay close to them, to die with them, to suffer with them." This captures the desperation and helplessness felt by those who remain in conflict zones, grappling with painful realities.
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