Writing Through the Ruins
Amid destruction and silence in Gaza, young voices turn to journalism to bear witness and preserve truth. What began as survival becomes a duty to speak for those who no longer can By Ohood Nassar In times of war, truth itself becomes a target, just like people. Accessing accurate information turns into a dangerous task. In Gaza, where massacres and violations occur daily, Palestinian journalists are no longer able to document everything—not due to a lack of will, but because of the sheer scale of the catastrophe, the collapse of infrastructure, ongoing bombardment, and constant power and communication outages. Yet, new voices continue to emerge from within the suffering, carrying the responsibility of telling the story, no matter the cost. During this war, numerous massacres have been committed against the people of Gaza, making documentation nearly impossible. Palestinian journalists in Gaza face a reality that exceeds their individual capacity to report, as painful stories accumulate and scenes of loss, displacement, and destruction repeat themselves, all while they lack even the most basic professional tools. In this context, I began my journey in journalism in 2024, while I was still a university student. I had never imagined that I would enter this field. My dream was to become a teacher, to focus on my studies, and to graduate with distinction. But the war changed everything. My priorities shifted, and journalism and writing became central to my life—indeed, the most important part of it—because I felt a responsibility to convey what we...
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