‘They destroy, we build’: Gazans rebuild their homes out of mud and rubble
As Israel continues to prevent the entry of reconstruction materials into Gaza, Palestinians rebuild their homes with salvaged rebar, recovered limestone, and clay. “This is the evidence of our love for our land,” Fayez Abu Shamala tells Mondoweiss.
The scarcity of cement in certain areas limits the scale of the recovery efforts. This logistical challenge affects how quickly communities can secure permanent shelter.