Since the recent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, Gazans have begun returning to their homes after enduring significant displacements due to war. Aid worker Widyan Shaat expressed healing upon finding her damaged house still standing, marking an emotional turning point. Young student Ameer Hasanain recounted the joy of his mother kissing their home’s door, yet he also shared deep-seated fears about potential future conflict that could erase their progress. Their experiences highlight the complex interplay of relief and trauma felt by those returning after prolonged violence, with lasting impacts on their lives and memories.
"It healed me, somehow," says Widyan Shaat, reflecting on her homecoming experience and the emotional significance of returning to her badly damaged house."
22-year-old Ameer Hasanain shares, "My mom just ran down the streets when she found our house standing and started literally kissing the door. I was so happy."
Hasanain expresses his fears, stating, "I am terrified the conflict could return and my home could be destroyed in the blink of an eye."
He also notes, "My homecoming has reminded me of all the people I have lost and not had time to mourn; my own life will never be the same."
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