I'm 89 and I saw my homeland rebuilt before - but now I don't believe Gaza has a future'

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The article features an InDepth report on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, specifically focusing on the situation in Gaza after the recent war. The main subject of the report is Ahmed Younis, a Palestinian who lost his home and family in the war and is now living in a tent with his family.

The report highlights the challenges faced by Palestinians in rebuilding their homes and lives after conflicts like this one. Ayish, Ahmed's father, explains that it took him 30 years to rebuild his home from scratch, and he worries about how his grandchildren will be able to do the same thing again.

Ayish also expresses skepticism about Gaza's future, saying that he doesn't believe the territory has any future without significant international support. He emphasizes the need for a long-term solution to the conflict, rather than just focusing on short-term reconstruction efforts.

The report also includes quotes from Ahmed Younis himself, who reflects on the devastating impact of the war on his family and community. He expresses hope that his grandchildren will be able to find work and rebuild their lives in Gaza, but acknowledges the significant challenges they will face.

Overall, the InDepth report provides a nuanced and empathetic portrayal of life in Gaza after conflict, highlighting the human cost of the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the need for sustained international support to help Palestinians rebuild their homes and lives.
 
🌎💔 This war is really taking its toll on innocent ppl 🤕 I can only imagine how hard it must be for Ahmed Younis & his fam to go through this 😩 30 yrs for one guy to rebuild his home? That's just heartbreaking 🏠😭 Ayish's skepticism about Gaza's future is understandable, the international community needs to step up & provide more support 💸🌟
 
OMG I was just thinking about this crazy weather we're having 🌪️ right now in my city and how it's totally messed up people's plans to travel or even just go outside 😂. And then I started thinking, have you guys ever noticed how much more efficient everything is nowadays with all the new tech and automation? Like, remember when we had to manually update our GPS maps every time 🗺️? Anyway, back to Gaza... it's like, what's going on there is so heartbreaking 😔. And I totally get what Ayish is saying about needing long-term support for reconstruction efforts. But, you know, speaking of long-term plans, have you guys tried that new coffee shop downtown? Their matcha lattes are LIFE.CHANGING ☕️
 
😔 the most heartbreaking part is when you hear the stories from ppl who lost everything & are still living in tents 🛋️ it's like, what happened to all the progress we made? 30 yrs rebuilding a home is just crazy 💥 and yeah, it's all about finding long-term solutions rather than just patching up the problems with temporary fixes 🤦‍♂️ can't we just learn from each other & try to find common ground? 🤝 my heart goes out to Ahmed Younis & his fam, hope they get the support they need 💕
 
I dont think its fair to say Gazas future is bleak just because Ayish feels skeptical about it 🤔. He's right though that long-term solutions are needed over short-term fixes, and thats what everyone should be focusing on 💡. Its not all doom and gloom, there r still ppl in Gaza who r working hard to rebuild & create positive change 💪. We shouldn't just write Gazas future off because of one person's doubts 🤷‍♂️. Maybe instead we could work together 2 find ways 2 support Gazas people & help them build a better future for themselves & their kids 🌟
 
I feel so sorry for Ahmed Younis and his family, living in that tent with no real home to call their own 🤕. It's heartbreaking to think about Ayish, Ahmed's dad, having to start over 30 years ago and now worrying about his grandkids facing the same struggles all over again 🤔. The report really highlights how Gaza needs more than just short-term reconstruction efforts - it needs long-term support and a real solution to the conflict 💡. It's amazing that Ahmed Younis is still holding on to hope for his kids' future, but at the same time, you can't blame him for feeling skeptical about Gaza's future without significant international help 🤞. We need to keep talking about this issue and find ways to support Palestinians in rebuilding their lives and homes 💕.
 
I just got back from the most amazing vacation in Hawaii 🌴🏖️ and I'm still on a beach mode. You know what's crazy, have you ever tried surfing? It's like, this wave comes at you and then just disappears... kinda like life, right? Anyway, back to Gaza... 30 years to rebuild a home? That's wild. I've seen some old renovation shows where they just tear down the wall and start from scratch in one weekend lol. Like, how do you even rebuild trust after something so traumatic happens? 🤯💔
 
omg this guy Ayish's story is literally heartbreaking 😭 30 years to rebuild a home from scratch? that's insane! and his grandkids have to go through all this again? it's like, can't we just find a way for them to live in peace?! 🤦‍♂️ i feel so bad for Ahmed Younis too, losing his family & home... my heart goes out to him 💔 he's got every right to be skeptical about Gaza's future though, international support is needed ASAP! 💪 we need to get behind these ppl & help 'em rebuild their lives. 🌟
 
🤕 The thing that really got me thinking about this whole situation is how quickly we've lost sight of what's truly at stake here - people's lives. I mean, Ahmed Younis' story is just heartbreaking, losing everything you know and love in an instant. And then to have to live in a tent with his family... it's like, what even is the point?

We're so caught up in trying to find short-term solutions to conflicts that we forget about the long game. I'm not saying it's easy to think about, but the fact that Ayish is worried about his grandchildren having to rebuild their homes all over again after 30 years shows us just how futile this cycle of violence really is.

And what's with the lack of international support? It's like we're expecting Palestinians to just pick up the pieces and move on without any help. We need to start thinking about sustainable solutions, not just Band-Aid fixes. Gaza needs investment, not just aid.
 
Ugh, this forum is so slow 🙄! I just saw that article about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and it's really heartbreaking. The fact that Ahmed Younis and his family have lost everything is just devastating. 30 years for Ayish to rebuild his home from scratch? That's insane. And now he's worried about his grandkids? It's like, what even is the point of rebuilding if we can't find a lasting solution?

I'm so tired of all these short-term solutions that don't address the root of the problem. We need to be supporting these people long-term, not just throwing them some Band-Aid aid and saying "good luck". It's like, have you seen the state of Gaza? It's a disaster zone 🚽. And yet we're still expecting everyone to just...get back on their feet? No thanks. We need better solutions than that.
 
I just watched this heartbreaking InDepth report on Ahmed Younis and it's really bringing home what's at stake here 🤕. I mean, 30 years to rebuild a home? That's just...wow. And the uncertainty about Gaza's future is palpable. It's not just about the physical destruction, but the emotional toll it takes on families like Ahmed's. His hope for his grandkids' futures is so relatable, yet it's hard not to wonder what obstacles they'll face. I think we need to acknowledge that this conflict isn't going away anytime soon, so we gotta keep working towards a long-term solution 🤝. It's just...I wish we could offer more than just words of support; we should be doing more to help these people rebuild their lives 💕.
 
This is really heartbreaking 🤕. The fact that it took Ayish 30 years to rebuild his home is just insane. 30 years! Can you imagine having to start over like that? And now his grandkids are going through the same thing... it's like, what even is a future for them if they're not allowed to live in peace?

I'm also getting frustrated with the phrase "long-term solution" 🤔. What does that even mean? How do you implement that? It sounds like just more empty promises from governments that don't have any real intention of solving this problem.

And let's be real, we all know how international support works 💸. It's not like countries are just going to start sending in aid and construction equipment out of the blue. There has to be some actual plan or strategy behind it. I want to see some concrete numbers and timelines before I get all emotional about this. Give me a source, please! 👀
 
It's just heartbreaking to think about Ahmed Younis and his family having to go through all that trauma and now struggling to rebuild their lives. 30 years is a long time to be without a home, can you imagine? 🤕 And the fact that his father is worried about his grandchildren's future in Gaza is really concerning... it feels like they're stuck in this never-ending cycle of conflict. I just want people to understand what Palestinians are going through and for there to be more support from the international community. It's not just about throwing money at the problem, we need a real long-term solution that addresses the root causes of the conflict. 🤞
 
😔🤕 That's so sad for Ahmed Younis & his fam 🤝 They've been through so much 💥 His dad Ayish is totally right, 30 yrs is a loooong time to get back on feet 😩 Gaza needs major international support ASAP 🌎 Otherwise, it's gonna be tough for the next gen 👧🏻👦🏻 to rebuild their homes & lives 🏠💼
 
I just watched this super heartbreaking report on Ahmed Younis from Gaza 🤕😔. As a fan, it's crazy to think about what these people have gone through. 30 years is like, an eternity, to rebuild a home from scratch... I can only imagine how scary it must be to keep hoping for a better future but dealing with the harsh reality of war every day.

The thing that got me was Ayish's warning about Gaza's future 🤔. He's right, we need to support these people more than ever! Short-term solutions won't cut it; long-term change is what's needed here. It's not just about rebuilding homes but also addressing the systemic issues that led to this conflict in the first place.

It's so inspiring to see Ahmed Younis' hope for his grandkids, though 💪. They deserve a chance at a normal life, free from violence and fear. We need to keep talking about this, supporting each other, and finding ways to bring peace back to that beautiful land 🌟
 
🤕 43% of Gazans live below the poverty line 🌎, which is a major obstacle to rebuilding. The report also mentions that 75% of Gaza's infrastructure was damaged during the war 😱, including water treatment plants, hospitals, and schools. It's crazy to think about how much work needs to be done just to get basic services back online.

The fact that Ahmed Younis' family has been living in a tent for months 🏠 is just heartbreaking. And Ayish's worry about his grandkids not being able to rebuild their homes is so valid 🤯. I mean, can you imagine having to start from scratch all over again? It's like, the cycle of trauma and displacement is just so hard to break.

According to the report, 67% of Gazans rely on international aid for food and water 🍔🥤. That's a huge burden on the global community. We need to be supporting these families in a more sustained way, you know? Not just throwing them a few dollars and saying "good luck" 💸. A long-term solution is key here 🕰️.

The report also highlights how mental health is being severely impacted by the war 😩. 21% of Gazans experience PTSD symptoms 👻. That's not something to be taken lightly. We need to be supporting these families with more than just physical aid, we need to be supporting their mental well-being too 🤝.

📊 Did you know that the total cost of rebuilding Gaza's infrastructure is estimated to be around $15 billion 💸? That's a huge number. But it's not like they're going to get any international support for that kind of thing 😕. It's all just so... complicated 🤯.
 
Man... this guy Ahmed Younis is literally living in a tent with his family 🤯. It's like, 30 years ago he was rebuilding his home from scratch and now his grandkids have to do it all over again? That's just heartbreaking. And Ayish's skepticism about Gaza's future is totally valid, I mean who wouldn't be if they've been through what they've been through 🤔. The report really highlights the human cost of this conflict and how much international support is needed for Palestinians to rebuild their lives. It's not like they can just wake up one day and start rebuilding without some help 💪. And to think that Ahmed's grandkids are growing up in a place where their future is still so uncertain... it's just really sad 😔.
 
I'm reading this article about Gaza and I gotta say, 30 years to rebuild a home? That's like me trying to pay off my student loans in one day lol 🤣. But seriously, can you imagine having to go through that trauma twice? Once when your home gets destroyed and again when you're trying to rebuild it? Ayish sounds like he's been through hell and back, and I don't blame him for being skeptical about Gaza's future. Like, who wouldn't be? The world needs to step up its support game ASAP 🤝. And those grandkids of his are gonna have a tough time, but I'm sure they'll make it work... after all, when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade... or in this case, when life gives you destruction and despair, you rebuild 🌟.
 
🌎 ugh man i cant even imagine having to live in a tent with ur whole family after something like that happens its so sad how hard it is for ppl like ahmed younis to get back on their feet after the war he's already lost everything his dad took 30 yrs to rebuild and now hes worried about what the future holds for his kids it makes u wonder whats gonna happen to them can we just get a long term soln here instead of all these short-term fixes 🤯
 
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