Today, Explained Rafah, the last “safe” zone
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Feb 15, 2024 
Aseel Mousa, a Palestinian freelance journalist, shares gripping accounts from the besieged city of Rafah, where people face devastating shortages and the constant threat of violence. Anton La Guardia, the Diplomatic editor of The Economist, analyzes why diplomatic efforts to restore peace have faltered, highlighting tensions in U.S.-Israeli relations. Together, they explore the dire humanitarian crisis, the impact on families, and the complex landscape of international negotiations aimed at stabilizing the region.
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Family Loss in Gaza
- Aseel Mousa lost 10 family members in an Israeli bombing.
- Seven were children, one woman, and one young man.
Sisters' Loss
- Two sisters, Sahar and Ibtisam, lost their husbands in an Israeli attack.
- They were forced to leave their bodies behind as they fled with their children.
Rafah as a Hamas Stronghold?
- Israel claims Rafah is a Hamas stronghold to justify its attacks.
- Aseel Mousa questions this, citing the targeting of civilians, hospitals, and schools.