As 2023 drew to a close, Mahmoud Sukkar, a father in Gaza, faced the holidays with a heart heavy from loss. Two of his sons were injured during recent clashes near Al-Awda Hospital in the northern Gaza Strip—a facility strained by months of conflict. 🏥💔
Speaking to reporters, Sukkar described the year as one marked by 'pain and uncertainty.' His New Year’s wish? Simple yet profound: to return home and reunite with his family. 'All I want is to hold my children again,' he said, his voice trembling. 'I hope people learn to love each other instead of fighting.'
Amid explosions and rubble, Sukkar’s story echoes the resilience of countless families in conflict zones. While fireworks lit skies elsewhere, Gaza’s nights were punctuated by sirens—a stark reminder of the human cost of war. 🔥🌌
His plea for peace and unity resonates globally, especially for young activists and diaspora communities seeking hope in turbulent times. As the world steps into 2024, Sukkar’s message cuts through the noise: family, safety, and compassion are universal dreams. 🌍✨
