‘I’ve never felt so worthless’: The pain of Deir el-Balah’s obliteration

As Israel’s latest evacuation order sows terror in hearts of residents, Maram Humaid reflects on the fear and despair.

Deir el-Balah, Gaza – Like a scene from an endless horror movie, new orders for evacuations were issued on Wednesday morning for residential areas in Deir el-Balah.

“Every day brings a new catastrophe,” we despaired as we studied the latest Israeli map, its lines now looming dangerously close to our home.

The sounds of tanks grew louder, and the crack of gunfire echoed nearer.

A question has haunted us, and everyone in Gaza, for more than 320 days of war. The question we ask the world but never get an answer:

“Where should we go?”