Today in Focus One man on his grief for Gaza
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Oct 11, 2024 
Ahmed Alnaouq, a journalist from Gaza now living in the UK, shares his harrowing story of losing 21 family members in an Israeli airstrike. He explores the deep resilience of individuals in Gaza amidst violence and personal loss. Alnaouq highlights the stark contrast between local solidarity and global indifference. He opens up about feelings of betrayal regarding the UK’s arms sales to Israel, and expresses frustration with the international community's inadequate response. Ultimately, he reflects on hope for peace and the importance of amplifying Palestinian voices.
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A Trip to Turkey
- Ahmed Alnaouq and his fiancée, Yumna, traveled to Turkey for vacation.
- This trip was especially significant as it was Yumna's first time leaving Gaza.
War Breaks Out
- While in Turkey, Alnaouq's mother-in-law informed him about the outbreak of war in Gaza.
- His fiancée's brother was killed in an Israeli airstrike on October 7th.
Childhood in Gaza
- Alnaouq describes growing up in Gaza as living in a prison, unaware of the outside world.
- His childhood memories are filled with protests, funerals, tanks, and war.