Israeli forces completely destroyed Shababeek for Contemporary Art, a crucial art space in Gaza City with over 20,000 works, during a two-week raid on Al-Shifa hospital and the surrounding area. The center held various art forms including paintings, sculptures, and prints, and was a cornerstone for visual arts in Gaza.
Shareef Sarhan, a co-founder of Shababeek and an artist, expressed deep sorrow over the loss of the center and his life's work during the war. He highlighted the significant impact of the destruction, stating that all his artwork, archives, and memories were housed in Shababeek, describing it as his 'first home' where he spent most of his days.
The destruction of Shababeek for Contemporary Art, as highlighted by Shareef Sarhan, left an immense loss not just in physical artworks but also in the intangible aspects that art represents - hope, love, peace, and dreams. The center was not just a repository of art but a symbol of creativity and expression.
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