‘We had an ordinary life’: Iran fisherwoman navigates uncertainty of war
Summary
An Iranian fisherwoman from Hengam Island describes how the war involving the United States and Israel has disrupted her work and community life. Due to bombings and safety fears, fishing and travel have stopped, and many residents have had to leave the island.Key Facts
- Khadijeh Bandari is a 28-year-old fisherwoman from Hengam Island in southern Iran.
- She and her family run a guesthouse, a restaurant, and sell their fish online in Iran.
- In January, the internet was shut down in Iran, stopping many tourists and online sales.
- On February 28, US bombs began hitting near the island, prompting evacuations and warnings to stay away from the beach.
- Fishing boats and passenger boats were prohibited from going out due to fears of attacks.
- Residents near the pier were asked to leave their homes because of bombing threats.
- Many families have left the island, but some stay because they have nowhere else to go or do not want to abandon their homes.
- The war has continued daily for over a month, causing ongoing uncertainty for the island’s residents and disrupting normal life and work.
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