For over 21 months, the Gaza Strip has witnessed unimaginable levels of death and destruction. The ongoing conflict with Israel has killed tens of thousands of people, displaced nearly the entire population, and devastated critical infrastructure.
Amnesty International is working with dedicated fieldworkers to document violations and share stories despite the risks. A fieldworker shares his personal account of living under Israeli occupation, describing how a ceasefire brought temporary relief but ultimately led to renewed suffering.
The author recounts returning home after a ceasefire was announced only to find that his house had been looted, furniture and belongings gone. He and his family struggled to secure basic necessities like food and water, facing extreme poverty and hunger. The situation worsened when Israeli forces stormed the neighborhood, forcing them to flee once again.
The author’s story highlights the devastating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where limited aid often fails to meet the huge needs of the population. He describes the unbearable pain of hunger, which has left him feeling like a “walking dead” and stripped of his dignity.
The situation in Gaza is dire, with families forced to endure extreme humiliation and degradation. The author’s story serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of conflict and the need for urgent action to alleviate the suffering of those affected.
Source: https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/campaigns/2025/07/gaza-fieldworker-we-are-torn-apart-watching-our-children-suffer-from-hunger