Despite the ongoing violence and destruction in Gaza, Palestinian Christians are maintaining their traditions leading up to Easter. Israeli airstrikes have intensified, resulting in dozens of casualties, particularly in Gaza City. The atmosphere is marked by grief and mourning, as many have lost homes and loved ones. Community members express profound sadness, unable to celebrate as before. This year, gatherings are subdued due to the devastation caused by the conflict, yet the faith of the community continues to persevere in these difficult times.
This year, we didn't make the visits because of the total destruction everywhere, as the [Israeli] occupation forces have levelled most of the houses of my relatives and my neighbours, Ayyad said.
An atmosphere of war permeates Gaza. The death smell is everywhere. The smell of killing and destruction is putting a lot of pressure on us, he said.
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