A year after the terrorist attacks carried out by Hamas on October 7

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On the grim anniversary of the conflict, both sides reflect on the losses incurred since the violence erupted after Hamas's unprecedented attack that claimed 1,200 Israeli lives. The war has left the majority of Gaza's 2.3 million population displaced and has resulted in the deaths of over 41,600 Palestinians. Al-Zaneen's sentiments resonate with many who also feel that their identities and existence have been fundamentally altered by the prolonged fighting. These shared emotions underline the deep sense of despair permeating Gaza.