Gazas Mothers Suffering from Ongoing Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis

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On May 10, various flowers and boxes of chocolates will be gifted to mothers in the United States, Canada, and other countries. This day is marked with expressions of gratitude for maternal presence.

However, not all mothers are able to celebrate this day due to their circumstances. In Gaza, where a conflict has resulted in significant loss of life, many children dread Mother’s Day because it reminds them of intolerable pain. According to reports, 22,000 women have lost their lives in the past two and a half years.

A personal account from a resident of Gaza describes the emotional toll of this day on mothers. The writer’s mother, who is 46 years old, has been diagnosed with cancer and is currently undergoing treatment. On Mother’s Day last year, she did not receive gifts or celebrate with her family due to her frail condition.

The situation in Gaza has led to a significant increase in maternal mortality rates during childbirth. A recent report documented 220 Palestinian women dying while giving birth between January and June 2025. The conflict has also resulted in widespread malnutrition, affecting pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as their children.

Many mothers in Gaza are forced to care for wounded and ill children or elderly family members due to the lack of access to basic necessities like running water, electricity, and food. The Israeli army’s actions have further exacerbated this situation by destroying hospitals and limiting access to medical treatment.

The writer notes that even resilient mothers in Gaza are struggling to cope with their circumstances. The lack of proper medical care has made it difficult for them to receive timely treatment for illnesses, including cancer.

Source: Al Jazeera