The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart

On Gaza and Humanity with Mosab Abu Toha

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Aug 7, 2025
Mosab Abu Toha, a Palestinian poet and author from Gaza, shares gripping insights into his life as a refugee. He unveils the harrowing realities faced by families amid devastation and highlights the emotional toll of ongoing conflicts. Through personal stories, Mosab emphasizes the importance of hope and resilience against despair. He also discusses the need for greater international awareness and intervention, advocating for coexistence and understanding between Israelis and Palestinians. His powerful narratives offer a poignant reflection on history, memory, and humanity.
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ANECDOTE

Mosab's 2009 Airstrike Wounding

  • Mosab Abu Toha recounts being wounded in a 2009 Israeli airstrike in Gaza at age 16.
  • He vividly recalls the chaos, injuries, and loss around him during the attack.
INSIGHT

Motivations Behind Israeli Critics

  • Some Israelis oppose Israeli crimes out of moral concern; others out of worry about Israel's reputation.
  • Mosab says true care means calling to end occupation and grant Palestinians equal rights.
ANECDOTE

Palestinian Refugees without Citizenship

  • Mosab visited Palestinian relatives in Jordan refugee camps in 2019 but they lack citizenship or national numbers.
  • This restricts their rights, including employment and social acceptance in Jordan.
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