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We followed five people in Gaza from dawn to dusk – this is what the headlines don’t tell us

We followed five people in Gaza from dawn to dusk – this is what the headlines don’t tell us

Summary

This article follows five people living in Gaza, showing their daily struggles with basic needs like cooking, water, and supplies during ongoing hardships. It highlights how blockades and shortages impact their everyday lives beyond the news about violence and conflict.

Key Facts

  • Families in Gaza receive very limited gas supplies, enough to cook for only 18 minutes a day every three months.
  • Water is scarce, with residents depending on irregular water trucks or long walks to find water.
  • Basic items like sugar, flour, and other food staples are rationed and sometimes dangerous to obtain.
  • Gaza is under a blockade that restricts many goods, including medical supplies, tools, and everyday items classified as “dual use,” meaning they could be used by Hamas.
  • The blockade limits not only survival needs but also cultural and educational items such as books, musical instruments, and hobby materials.
  • Gaza Skate Team, a youth group teaching skateboarding, has been affected by bans on skateboards, impacting children’s outlets and mental well-being.
  • The article focuses on the everyday lives and small moments rarely reported in the news, providing a human perspective on living conditions in Gaza.
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