Gazans perform Eid prayers on ruins of mosques and in shelter schools

GAZA: Palestinian citizens in the Gaza Strip performed Eid al-Fitr prayers on the ruins of mosques destroyed by the Israeli aggression, in the shelter schools to which they were displaced, and in public squares in the rain and cold weather. During its ongoing aggression against the Gaza Strip since October 7, the Israeli occupation destroyed 229 mosques completely and 297 mosques partially. In Rafah, south of the Gaza Strip, where more than a million citizens were displaced, a number of displaced people performed Eid prayers in shelter schools and near displacement tents. Several relief organizations took the initiative to distribute sweets and toys to children in an attempt to put a smile on their faces despite the difficult circumstances. Eid prayers were also held on the ruins of Al-Farouq Mosque in the city. In Jabalia camp, north of the Gaza Strip, a number of citizens performed Eid prayers in public squares, in light of the rain and cold weather. WAFA correspondent reported that despite the ongoing Israeli aggression against the Gaza Strip for 187 days, citizens are trying as much as possible to bring joy to the hearts of their children and the children of the slain civilians, the wounded, and those who were displaced to shelter centers and tents. He added that the majority of children wore normal clothes and were unable to buy Eid clothes due to the difficult conditions imposed by the aggression and the destruction of markets and shops. In an infinite toll, the number of slain Palestinians in the Gaza Strip rose to 33,360, the majority of whom were children and women,while about 76,000 citizens were injured. Thousands are still missing under the rubble and on the roads, and the occupation prevents ambulance and rescue crews from reaching them. Source: Palestine news & Information Agency – WAFA