As the Israeli military assault on Rafah city threatens to deepen the humanitarian crisis, people stuck in the besieged enclave hope for a ceasefire.
Hamza’s youngest brother and sister, Suliman and Amna , affectionately known as Solom and Amona, are only ten and eight years old, respectively. / Photo: Ahmed Hamza
Since the beginning of Israel's brutal war on Gaza on October 7, the Rafah border crossing that connects the besieged enclave to Egypt has been a vital aid route, and the only exit for Palestinians trying to get out.Traveling across the border is an expensive proposition. But her joy was short-lived as Israel did not agree to the ceasefire and prepared for the assault on Rafah city.
The UN has raised serious concerns over Israel's control and invasion of the Rafah crossing, which has choked off essential aid to the people of Gaza, putting countless lives at risk.
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