Jehad N.

Gaza’s Children: Entrusted to Us

If even life itself is entrusted to us, why attach such immense meaning and importance to this world?

We started the day a bit stunned, a bit hurt, and most of all, deeply saddened. Stunned, because we did not expect such a situation; hurt, because it felt so undeserving; and saddened, because we were late.

Our brother Jehad, at twenty-eight, originally came to our country for his education. However, when the "pack of hyenas" attacked Gaza, he had to end his studies—both due to economic reasons and his efforts to return home. Alongside other Gazans here, they did everything in their power—even if they couldn't be there physically—to make their voices heard globally and to conduct support projects for Gaza through NGOs and various institutions.

Every moment of life is a lesson. On November 29, 2025, while his entire family was martyred at once, his daughter Suad—now three months old and still undergoing treatment—was born the very next day via premature birth due to the immense grief her mother endured.

Before he could even mourn his losses—who are all heroes—this father began seeking healing for his child. Working daily jobs to earn an income, he first became unable to pay his rent. Then, when the amount required for his daughter’s treatment far exceeded his means, his distress multiplied.

We spoke at length. His dignified stance, trying to hide his sorrow and tears, was as admirable as it was a source of shame for us. This brother, his wife, and their child are the final legacy—the entrusted ones—of a great family that defended Gaza with their lives. Yet, some among us changed the locks because he had no money and missed the rent, or demanded payment upfront for medicine and treatment because hospital debts had accumulated.

We sent our brother back to the hospital where his child stays, saying: "May Allah bless you with your child, whose treatment is progressing well and nearing its end. The debt incurred for her is ours. Until she recovers and returns home, and until you can get back to your work, do not think about the rent—including the four months of arrears..."

And starting today, it is already too late for tomorrow to fulfill our duty toward this entrusted soul (emanet) properly.