Gaza bookseller builds roadside library from rubble

Mohammad Saad, a bookseller from Gaza City, has suffered profound losses in the wake of Israel’s recent military campaign. According to local reports, Saad’s son was killed during the bombardment, and the family’s home was destroyed by shelling. The bookstore, which had served as a community hub for years, was also obliterated in the same attack.

The tragedy underscores the broader toll of the conflict, which has claimed thousands of lives and displaced hundreds of thousands across the Gaza Strip. Saad’s story has been cited by humanitarian groups as an example of the civilian suffering that has accompanied the hostilities. As aid agencies work to assess damage and provide relief, the loss of Saad’s family and livelihood highlights the urgent need for protection of civilians and cultural sites in the region.