What A Day With Next Phase Of Ceasefire Unclear, Gazans Brace For Winter
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Dec 2, 2025 Mohammed Aklouk, a coordinator with the Norwegian Refugee Council in Gaza, shares first-hand insights on the severe humanitarian crisis in the region. He discusses the devastating impacts of flooding and the urgent need for winter relief, as families struggle amid destroyed homes. Despite a fragile ceasefire, Aklouk reveals ongoing safety concerns and the emotional toll of repeated displacements. Yet, he highlights the resilience and community spirit of the Palestinian people, calling for increased international support and advocacy for their dire needs.
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Repeated Displacement And Home Loss
- Mohammed Aklouk described being displaced seven times and returning to Gaza after his home was destroyed.
- He and his family are rebuilding from zero while continuing aid work amid ongoing insecurity.
Aid Work Is Deeply Personal
- Aid work in Gaza intertwines professional duties with personal trauma and repeated displacement.
- Mohammed Aklouk balances collecting needs data while coping with his own family's losses and moves.
Ceasefire Did Not Equal Safety
- Violence has not stopped for many Gazans despite the ceasefire, with ongoing shootings and killings reported.
- Mohammed Aklouk says people still feel unsafe and avoid sending children to school because threat persists.