A tragic reality in the shadow of the war of extermination

In the midst of the war of extermination in Gaza, civilians are facing unprecedented suffering, represented by mass killings, siege, hunger, and thirst. This war does not differentiate between the old and the young; no one is spared from this harsh reality that befalls the people there. As the number of martyrs and wounded mounts alarmingly, the hearts of those who are grieving increase, and the images of hope for a better tomorrow are fading. But what is most heartbreaking and haunting to humanity is that this war is leaving indelible marks on future generations, especially children, who are considered the most affected segment of society.

The horrific images continue, becoming more horrific by the day. Childhood, which should live in safety and peace, is being crushed under the rubble of a blind war. A tragic scene of a two-month-old baby girl who has lost all her limbs—no hands or feet—and her entire life seems like a nightmare. This reality doesn't just affect children who are killed or injured, but also those who lose their loved ones, as happened to the little girl who lost her parents and siblings all at once, leaving her to face life alone, without hope, shelter, or a hug to call her to.

The trauma doesn't stop there. Children who seek to rebuild their lives after these tragedies become victims of psychological and physical disabilities. Some lose their hearing, others their sight, and every child suffers lifelong psychological trauma. Severe psychological injuries cause neurological disorders that paralyze these children's movements and leave them with wounds that never heal.

This bleak picture presented by reality reflects the tragedy of war and the destruction of life. War not only kills bodies, but also childhood as a whole. Children who once filled the earth with laughter and joy today find themselves under the rubble, shackled by pain and destruction.

The psychological devastation suffered by Gaza's children under such circumstances is not limited to physical effects, but extends to mental and social deterioration. These children lose confidence in the world around them and live in an environment characterized by violence and chaos. The loss of a father, mother, or sibling makes it difficult for a child to regain any hope in life or to understand why they are being punished for no fault of their own.

The war continues to destroy everything beautiful in these children's lives, and instead of having hope for the future, everything is reduced to rubble.

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The psychological devastation suffered by Gaza's children under such conditions is not limited to physical effects, but extends to mental and social deterioration. These children lose confidence in the world around them and live in an environment characterized by violence and chaos.