Eid al-Adha, a significant Islamic festival, commemorates the Prophet Ibrahim's faithfulness to God through rituals such as family gatherings and livestock sacrifices. However, in Gaza's displacement camps, over two million people face dire conditions, making traditional celebrations nearly impossible. Many families, like those of Abdel Rahman Madi, struggle to meet basic needs like bread, let alone partake in the festivities. With limited access to aid, priorities have shifted from sweets and new clothes to essential items like flour, reflecting the severe humanitarian crisis prevalent in the region.
This year I can't even provide bread," said Abdel Rahman Madi, highlighting the deep struggles faced by families in the Gaza displacement camps during Eid al-Adha.
In Gaza, families struggle to celebrate Eid al-Adha, focusing on survival rather than traditional festivities like livestock sacrifice or festive meals.
Hala Abu Nqeira reflects on the challenging circumstances, stating they now search for flour instead of sweets and new clothes, which echoes the dire situation.
Eid al-Adha, traditionally a time for celebration, takes on a sobering reality in Gaza, where aid is scarce and many families are displaced.
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