Israel marks three years since Hamas-led 7 October 2023 attacks

On the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas-led attacks, Palestinians in Gaza describe ongoing displacement, loss of family, and severe humanitarian suffering. Residents express deep despair over the destruction of their homes and the lack of a path toward stability.
Why it matters
The report highlights the human cost of the ongoing conflict from the perspective of civilians living in Gaza during a significant commemorative date.
Atta Saeed Hassan Shweikh says he is living in "filth" after being displaced
As we reported earlier, families living in Gaza have been displaced several times during the war and are questioning where they could go next.
Atta Saeed Hassan Shweikh is originally from Al Shujjayia in Gaza. His son, daughter, sister and her children have all been killed during the war.
Speaking from Gaza City, he tells the BBC that Palestinians "are living in graves while still alive" and have endured "severe suffering".
"We need a solution so we can return to our homes today, not tomorrow," he adds.
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