A Couple from Gaza Trapped Between Siege and War: A Simple Dream Called Freedom
"in Gaza, love is not a luxury — it is a form of resistance."
Gaza — a small strip of land that has grown unbearably narrow for its people — continues to produce human stories whose cruelty surpasses any political or military description. Among these stories is that of a young married couple, Ahmad and Samar, who find themselves surrounded on all sides: an ongoing Israeli war, a fragile and dangerous security reality, and a suffocating siege that deprives them of the most basic rights to life.
Only a few weeks ago, Ahmad and Samar decided to get married. The timing was far from ideal — it was harsh beyond measure. No stability, no safety, and no clear future. Yet they chose life. They chose to say “yes” amid the rubble, because in Gaza, love is not a luxury — it is a form of resistance.
Marriage Under Fire, Life Without Guarantees
Their wedding was not a traditional celebration, but a declaration of defiance against a reality that relentlessly tries to break the human spirit. They married despite power outages, fear, and an unknown tomorrow. They married because they believe that every human being deserves a chance at life, even in the harshest of places.
But what came after the wedding was even harder. Gaza today is not only a war zone; it is an open-air prison. The siege restricts movement, seals borders, and strangles dreams. Adding to this is the presence of local militias linked to Israel, further complicating and endangering daily life, tightening the grip around civilians and turning ordinary existence into a daily struggle for survival.
Their Dream Is Not a Luxury — It Is a Right
Ahmad and Samar are not asking for the impossible. They are not seeking comfort or a lavish lifestyle. All they ask for is the chance to leave Gaza — an opportunity to travel and start a new life in a place that offers safety, security, and freedom, the most basic human rights.
The cost required for travel ranges between $6,000 and $7,000, a figure that may seem modest in many parts of the world, but is nearly impossible to obtain in Gaza amid economic collapse and the absence of stable income.
Home Is Not Geography — It Is Safety
For Ahmad and Samar, a homeland is not merely the place where one is born. It is where one feels safe, where tomorrow is not feared, and where the simple desire to live is not punished. Home is dignity, freedom, and peace.
Their wish in life is painfully simple:
To live in peace. To sleep without fear. To plan for the future without the constant question: Will we survive?
Your Support — A Wedding Gift and a Lifeline
In a world that often turns its back on Gaza, humanity remains the last hope. Supporting Ahmad and Samar is not charity — it is a human stand. It is a true wedding gift, offered to a couple who chose to begin their life together despite everything.
Your support could be the difference between a life trapped under siege and a new life built on safety and peace. You could be the bridge that carries this couple from fear to life.
In Gaza, dreams do not die — they simply wait for someone to listen.
You can donate to support Ahmad and Samar here.