Gaza Displacement 2025

Sisters in Gaza Face Displacement Challenges with Disabilities

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In June 2025, sisters Aseel and Afaf Abu al-Eish, who live with disabilities and celiac disease, are displaced in northern Gaza. They reside in a tent in Shati, one of Gaza’s overcrowded displacement camps. The sisters, aged 51 and 33 respectively, are cared for by their sister Raneem Abu Al-Eish. The family faces significant challenges due to the sisters' health conditions, which include intellectual disabilities that affect their speech and understanding. The displacement adds to their struggles, as they navigate life in a crowded and resource-strained environment. The situation in Gaza is marked by ongoing conflict and displacement, which exacerbates the difficulties faced by individuals with disabilities and chronic health conditions. The displacement camps are overcrowded, making it even more challenging for families like the Abu al-Eish to access necessary medical care and support. The sisters' conditions require specialized attention, which is often hard to come by in such settings. The future for Aseel and Afaf remains uncertain as they continue to live in displacement. The broader context of the conflict in Gaza means that their situation is part of a larger humanitarian crisis, where many individuals face similar challenges. Efforts to address their needs and those of others in similar circumstances are ongoing, but the path to a stable and supportive environment remains fraught with obstacles.

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