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GAZA: CRIPPLED FOR LIFE

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  • JABALIA, GAZA STRIP- MAY 26,2018 on May 26,2018 in the Gaza strip. Odai Imad Ali, 24, from Jabalia, lost hearing since he was an eight-month baby after suffering meningitis. In 2014, he got injured in his back in a bombing targeted their home's farm led to suffering hemiplegia. He suffers from severe bed sores. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 22,2018A man walks by a mural depicting the struggle for freedom May 22,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. The world’s largest open air prison along the Israel-Gaza border. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 25,2018: Injured protesters are seen at the site near the Israel-Gaza border on May 25,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. At least 110 Palestinians were killed between March 30-May 15th. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 25,2018 An injured protester is carried into an ambulance during a Friday afternoon protest at the border fence on May 25,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations.. The Israeli military (IDF) started using new weaponry, explosive bullets that shatter bones, tissue, destroying veins and arteries, the aim is to create a handicapped community, especially amongst the younger male population. Many of the wounded protesters have to undergo multiple surgeries to try to save their limbs, and in some cases amputation is the only solution. With limited healthcare available in Gaza many were sent to Jordan and Turkey for further treatment. More issues that plague Gaza include a water supply that is 95 percent contaminated and a population forced to live without electricity for 21 hours a day. Gaza is compared to Venezuela with almost half of it’s labor force unemployed. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, living in an open air prison. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 14,2018: A seriously injured male is seen being taken in for surgery at the emergency room at the Al Shifa hospital on May 14,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations. The Israeli military (IDF) started using new weaponry, explosive bullets that shatter bones, tissue, destroying veins and arteries, the aim is to create a handicapped community, especially amongst the young male population. Many of the wounded protesters have to undergo multiple surgeries to try to save their limbs, and in some cases amputation is the only solution. With limited healthcare available in Gaza many were sent to Jordan and Turkey for further treatment. More issues that plague Gaza include a water supply that is 95 percent contaminated and a population forced to live without electricity for 21 hours a day. Gaza is compared to Venezuela with almost half of it’s labor force unemployed. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, living in an open air prison. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA STRIP- MAY 21,2018: Wesam Hijazi, 32, is seen in critical condition at the European Gaza hospital Intensive care unit on May 21,2018 in Gaza strip. He has been in a coma for a week after being shot in the head with an exploding bullet at the protests on May 14th. Wesam’s younger brother, Yousef, was also injured in his abdomen, his older brother killed in an Israeli bombing in 2010. Wesam is married and a father of one-year old child. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 14,2018 A family grieves as another funeral takes place on May 14,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations.Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 14,2018 A family grieves as another funeral takes place on May 14,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. The world’s largest open air prison along the Israel-Gaza border. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA STRIP- MAY 24,2018 on May 24,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. Samir Suliman Asaliah 29, plays with his baby son,Nasir. He was shot in his knee joint with an exploding bullet on April 6th, 2018.Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 17,2018: At the Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) clinic male patients are lined up awaiting medical treatment on May 17,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. MSF has focused their attention on treating injuries caused by bullet wounds. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations. The Israeli military (IDF) started using new weaponry, explosive bullets that shatter bones, tissue, destroying veins and arteries, the aim is to create a handicapped community, especially amongst the young male population. Many of the wounded protesters have to undergo multiple surgeries to try to save their limbs, and in some cases amputation is the only solution. With limited healthcare available in Gaza many were sent to Jordan and Turkey for further treatment. More issues that plague Gaza include a water supply that is 95 percent contaminated and a population forced to live without electricity for 21 hours a day. Gaza is compared to Venezuela with almost half of it’s labor force unemployed. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, living in an open air prison. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 20,2018: At the Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) clinic male patients are lined up awaiting medical treatment on May 20,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. MSF has focused their attention on treating injuries caused by bullet wounds.According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations. The Israeli military (IDF) started using new weaponry, explosive bullets that shatter bones, tissue, destroying veins and arteries, the aim is to create a handicapped community, especially amongst the young male population. Many of the wounded protesters have to undergo multiple surgeries to try to save their limbs, and in some cases amputation is the only solution. With limited healthcare available in Gaza many were sent to Jordan and Turkey for further treatment. More issues that plague Gaza include a water supply that is 95 percent contaminated and a population forced to live without electricity for 21 hours a day. Gaza is compared to Venezuela with almost half of it’s labor force unemployed. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, living in an open air prison. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 22,2018 : Ahmad Abu Jaser, 31, father of four daughters, hugs his daughter Lyan, age 7, he sustained an injury in his leg along with his brother who was shot twice, in his thigh and back resting on the floor on May 22,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip.At least 110 Palestinians were killed during the between March 30-May 15th. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations.Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 20,2018: At the M√©decins Sans Fronti√®res (MSF) clinic a male patient awaits medical treatment on May 20,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. MSF has focused their attention on treating injuries caused by bullet wounds. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations.. The Israeli military (IDF) started using new weaponry, explosive bullets that shatter bones, tissue, destroying veins and arteries, the aim is to create a handicapped community, especially amongst the young male population. Many of the wounded protesters have to undergo multiple surgeries to try to save their limbs, and in some cases amputation is the only solution. With limited healthcare available in Gaza many were sent to Jordan and Turkey for further treatment. More issues that plague Gaza include a water supply that is 95 percent contaminated and a population forced to live without electricity for 21 hours a day. Gaza is compared to Venezuela with almost half of it‚Äôs labor force unemployed. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, living in an open air prison. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA STRIP- MAY 24,2018 on May 24,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. Samir Suliman Asaliah 29, gets medical care from Dr. Naser Al-Sharif with the Turkish ngo, Doctors Worldwide while the extended family watch. He was shot directly in his knee joint with an exploding bullet on April 6th, 2018.According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations.Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 29,2018 Abdullah Al-Anqar, 13, gets medical treatment for his amputated leg at the Al-Shifa hospital on May 29,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. He was shot by twice in his leg at close range with explosive bullets, one in his upper thigh and the other under his knee on May 3rd. He was climbing the Israeli border fence when he was severely injured. The Israel soldiers decided to see his life, dragging him through the border fence, then he was flown to Soroka hospital in Beer Shaba, Israel where he spent 16 days in Intensive care, his leg was amputated there as well. The Israeli military (IDF) started using new weaponry, explosive bullets that shatter bones, tissue, destroying veins and arteries, the aim is to create a handicapped community, especially amongst the young male population. Many of the wounded protesters have to undergo multiple surgeries to try to save their limbs, and in some cases amputation is the only solution. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 26, 2018: A man with a gunshot wound in his chest is seen in the emergency room at the Al Shifa hospital on May 26 ,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations. The Israeli military (IDF) started using new weaponry, explosive bullets that shatter bones, tissue, destroying veins and arteries, the aim is to create a handicapped community, especially amongst the young male population. Many of the wounded protesters have to undergo multiple surgeries to try to save their limbs, and in some cases amputation is the only solution. With limited healthcare available in Gaza many were sent to Jordan and Turkey for further treatment. More issues that plague Gaza include a water supply that is 95 percent contaminated and a population forced to live without electricity for 21 hours a day. Gaza is compared to Venezuela with almost half of it’s labor force unemployed. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, living in an open air prison. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA STRIP- MAY 19,2018 : Rashad Al-Baba, 58, shot twice by Israeli forces is cared for by his grand children at the Red Crescent Rehabilitation Center of Al-Amal on May 19,2018 in Gaza strip. He was injured on March 30th when he arrived to the protest near Rafah looking to protect his grand children who went there without his knowledge. After the injury, Rashad suffered a heart attack, spending 27 days in the intensive care unit. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 20,2018: A patient prays for his pain to be relieved from his bed at the Al Shifa hospital on May 20, 2018 in Gaza Strip. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations.The Israeli military (IDF) started using new weaponry, explosive bullets that shatter bones, tissue, destroying veins and arteries, the aim is to create a handicapped community, especially amongst the young male population. Many of the wounded protesters have to undergo multiple surgeries to try to save their limbs, and in some cases amputation is the only solution. With limited healthcare available in Gaza many were sent to Jordan and Turkey for further treatment. More issues that plague Gaza include a water supply that is 95 percent contaminated and a population forced to live without electricity for 21 hours a day. Gaza is compared to Venezuela with almost half of it’s labor force unemployed. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, living in an open air prison. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • KHAN YUNIS, GAZA STRIP- MAY 21,2018: Mohammed Abu Taha, 27, is seen at the European Gaza hospital in Khan Yunis on May 21,2018 in Gaza strip. He was shot twice on May 11th while he was attending the protests in his hand and the bullet penetrated to his abdomen, spending 10 days in the hospital. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • KHAN YUNIS, GAZA STRIP- MAY 21,2018: Mohammed Abu Taha, 27, is seen at the European Gaza hospital in Khan Yunis on May 21,2018 in Gaza strip. He was shot twice on May 11th while he was attending the protests in his hand and the bullet penetrated to his abdomen, spending 10 days in the hospital. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 25,2018 : Dawlat Fawzi Hamadin, 33, from Beit Hanoun, gets washed by her mother on May 25, 2018 in Gaza. She was shot on May 14th, damaging the main artery of the heart with severe tissue damage. Dawlat was pronounced dead, then after an operation that lasted for seven hours she survived. She is the only breadwinner of the family and worked as a hairdresser. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 22,2018 on May 22,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. The world’s largest open air prison along the Israel-Gaza border. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations.Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • BEIT LAHIA, GAZA STRIP- MAY 27,2018Fadel Al-Zain, 70, is taken care of by his daughter Hana' Al-Zain on May 27,2018 in Beit Lahia, Gaza strip. He was injured in height of the 2014 offensive when bombing hit near his home. He is now paralyzed, quadriplegic, and can't function on his own after he suffered internal bleeding in his brain.The world’s largest open air prison along the Israel-Gaza border. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 23,2018 Doctors Worldwide,a Turkish ngo gives medical treatment to gunshot victims inside their homes on May 23,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. The world’s largest open air prison along the Israel-Gaza border. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 21,2018 Baraa’ Hassan, 23, suffers from a malignant brain tumor is seen at Rantisi hospital, one of the best medical facilities for Cancer,in Gaza city on May 21,2018. His case is serious, he was transferred to Hebron Hospital underwent a surgery to remove a part of the tumor. After the surgery he fell in a coma lasted for 45 days. His family still waits the Israeli permit under the pretext of “security check”. six months without response. His brother: Anas Hassan. on May 21,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. He was shot by twice in his leg at close range with explosive bullets, one in his upper thigh and the other under his knee on May 3rd. He was climbing the Israeli border fence when he was severely injured. The Israel soldiers decided to see his life, dragging him through the border fence, then he was flown to Soroka hospital in Beer Shaba, Israel where he spent 16 days in Intensive care, his leg was amputated there as well. The Israeli military (IDF) started using new weaponry, explosive bullets that shatter bones, tissue, destroying veins and arteries, the aim is to create a handicapped community, especially amongst the young male population. Many of the wounded protesters have to undergo multiple surgeries to try to save their limbs, and in some cases amputation is the only solution. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA STRIP- MAY 19,2018 : Rashad Al-Baba, 58, shot twice by Israeli forces is seen with his grand daughter Lujain Al-Baba, 12, at the Red Crescent Rehabilitation Center of Al-Amal on May 19,2018 in Gaza strip. He was injured on March 30th when he arrived to the protest near Rafah looking to protect his grand children who went there without his knowledge. After the injury, Rashad suffered a heart attack, spending 27 days in the intensive care unit. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 23,2018: Iyad Manar Al-Dawhid, 28, prays in his home on May 23,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. Iyad was injured again on April 7th at the protest when a bullet hit his prosthesis, injuring his other leg. He had his left leg amputated in a car accident in 2011. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations.Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA STRIP- MAY 22,2018 : Kefah Al-Ajrami, 47, holds her daughter Zamzam Al-Ajrami, 9 years who was crying after seeing her mother in pain on May 22,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. Kefah is a mother of seven, she was shot in her left leg with an exploding bullet causing extensive injury to her leg. She went to the protests on March 30th along with her children and husband but was nowhere near fence. The Israeli military (IDF) started using new weaponry, explosive bullets that shatter bones, tissue, destroying veins and arteries, the aim is to create a handicapped community, especially amongst the young male population. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 14,2018 A family grieves as another funeral takes place on May 14,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 13,000 Palestinians were wounded (as of June 19, 2018), the majority severely, with some 1,400 struck by three to five bullets. No Israelis were physically harmed during this time period, Israel's use of deadly force was condemned during the UN general assembly on June 13 th along with other human rights organizations.The world’s largest open air prison along the Israel-Gaza border. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • BEIT LAHIA, GAZA STRIP- MAY 28,2018Fadel Al-Zain, 70, is taken care of by his daughter Hana' Al-Zain on May 28,2018 in Beit Lahia, Gaza strip. He was injured in height of the 2014 offensive when bombing hit near his home. He is now paralyzed, quadriplegic, and can't function on his own after he suffered internal bleeding in his brain.The world’s largest open air prison along the Israel-Gaza border. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
  • GAZA CITY, GAZA STRIP- MAY 22,2018 on May 22,2018 in Gaza city, Gaza strip. The world’s largest open air prison along the Israel-Gaza border. Everyone is well aware that Gaza's two million inhabitants are trapped in a cycle of violence and poverty, created by policies and political decisions on both sides. The problems and complications affecting Gaza today are overwhelming. The world, seemingly accustomed to the suffering of the Gazan people turns a blind eye. (Photo by Paula Bronstein )
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