During missile attacks in Israel, Palestinian citizens found themselves shut out from bomb shelters, a critical resource during the crisis. Despite being Israeli citizens, many were excluded by their neighbors simply based on their ethnicity. Samar al-Rashed, a Palestinian mother, experienced this first-hand as she was prevented from entering a shelter with her daughter. This incident starkly highlighted the racial divisions within Israeli society as Palestinians were barred from life-saving infrastructure during an emergency, showcasing the urgent need for bridging societal gaps.
At the shelter door, an Israeli resident, having heard her speak Arabic, blocked their entry and shut it in their faces.
Samar was at home with her five-year-old daughter as sirens pierced the air, warning of incoming missiles, grabbing her daughter in a rush.
I speak Hebrew fluently. I tried to explain. But he looked at me with contempt and just said, Not for you.' In that moment, the deep fault lines...
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