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In Gaza, a lone animal shelter survives bombing and shortages, rescuing desperate animals amid war.
In war-ravaged Gaza, the Sulala Animal Rescue shelter, the strip’s only remaining animal refuge, persists in a tent in Deir al-Balah despite relentless bombing, severe shortages of supplies, and extreme danger.
Founded in 2006 by Saeed Al-Aar, it cares for around 70 dogs, 50 cats, and a dwindling number of larger animals, many injured or abandoned during the conflict.
Staff share their meager rations with animals and use expired or human medications due to lack of veterinary supplies.
Since October 2023, Gaza’s livestock population has declined by an estimated 97%, and stray animals face widespread malnutrition and disease.
The shelter’s team, including veterinarian Dr. Hossam Mortaja, continues risking their lives to rescue animals, with one volunteer, Muath Talat Abo Rokba, killed in October.
Despite a fragile ceasefire and global attention via its 180,000-follower Instagram page, the situation remains dire for both animals and humans.
En Gaza, un refugio solitario para animales sobrevive a los bombardeos y la escasez, rescatando a animales desesperados en medio de la guerra.