Trapped in Gaza, a mother says they’re ‘waiting to die’

3 weeks ago

Explosions shake the walls of the dim basement in Gaza City where Noor Abu Hassira and her three daughters are sheltering. They can’t see much through a small, raised window. But if the sounds of buzzing drones and booming airstrikes are any indication, Israeli forces are getting closer. Abu Hassira is staying behind despite Israeli warnings to flee. She has debilitating leg injuries from