Hundreds of Palestinians, including families like Maisa Brikah’s, live in Gaza’s cemeteries after homes were destroyed, facing trauma, scarcity, and no clear path to return despite a ceasefire.

In Gaza, hundreds of displaced Palestinians, including families like Maisa Brikah’s, are living in cemeteries after their homes were destroyed in the ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel. Despite a ceasefire beginning October 10, many cannot return due to Israeli military presence and widespread devastation. Families survive in makeshift tents among graves in places like Khan Younis, enduring fear, trauma, and scarcity, with children frightened by darkness and dogs. Some cemeteries have been bombed, reportedly for Hamas military use, though the UN has documented such attacks. The death toll exceeds 68,800, with many bodies buried in rubble or marked by stones, and families search through debris and photos to identify loved ones. Life in the cemeteries remains unchanged, marked by uncertainty, loss, and no clear path to recovery.