In the central Gaza Strip, the New Year’s wishes of the residents of Deir al-Balah are evident in their deep desire for peace and the rebuilding of their homes destroyed by war.
As the conflict continues, casting a heavy shadow on their lives, residents express their hope that the year 2025 will be a new beginning that will bring with it an end to the suffering.
Residents say that their greatest hope in the new year is to see an end to the conflict and return to their homes, which is a simple dream in light of the great challenges to achieve.
The wishes are embodied to return to a normal life that enables them to pursue education and scientific research, and to live in peace with their families.
The people expressed their fatigue and exhaustion from war, hunger, and high prices. In every corner of the temporary camps, the voices of children dreaming of returning to their homes and playing in the parks echo.
Mothers expressed their wishes to live safely with their children, and fathers expressed their hope to rebuild their homes and have a better future for their children, away from war and suffering.