Title: Poetry: Pakistani Academic Muhammad Maaz Arif interviews Amir Ismail for 2nd time: On the situation in Gaza
Date: 24-Nov-2025
Summary:
In this update from Gaza, Amir Ismail reports that things remain exceedingly harsh despite what he refers to as a “so-called” ceasefire, with Israel still occupying areas of the Gaza Strip and allegedly breaching the agreement many times. According to Amir Ismail, many inhabitants are living in small tents on the wreckage of their damaged homes as winter approaches, and rebuilding efforts are practically difficult owing to a lack of finances. Amir Ismail also mentions serious food and clean water shortages caused by the blockade and criminal gangs stealing supplies, as well as a deepening healthcare crisis because most hospitals have been destroyed or are no longer functional. Amir Ismail ends by underlining the resiliency of Gaza’s population and the significance of continuing to raise awareness.