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I Spoke To Families On Both Sides Of The Israel-Gaza Border — And It Changed How I See The Conflict
We often see the headlines — rockets, airstrikes, political fights. But rarely do we hear the voices of the people living through it all.
I traveled to both sides of the Israel-Gaza border to speak with families trying to live normal lives amid fear and destruction.
In Sderot, Israel, a mother told me how she turned rocket sirens into a game with her kids — racing to the bomb shelter like it was a treasure hunt. It’s her way of protecting their innocence despite constant danger.
In Gaza City, a candy seller works near rubble, still finding joy in giving children sweets. His home was destroyed years ago, but he says, “We live, we love, we laugh.”
A bride in Gaza celebrated her wedding surrounded by ruins, while teens on the Israeli side danced at a coming-of-age party. Both are moments of hope and resilience.
What I heard from both sides was the same:
“We want peace.”
“We want our children to be safe.”
This story isn’t about politics — it’s about people. And their shared hope for a better future.
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