Finding work in Gaza
isn't easy, unemployment is overwhelming. For some labourers carving out
a basic living, their attempts to feed their families can be life
threatening if their work takes them into the proximity of the Israeli
army - even when the Israeli authorities have granted authorisation.
On
the 14th of February 2013, Kamil Adham Al-Kafarn (20) was scavenging
construction materials near Erez crossing in the north of Gaza Strip. He
and his cousin, Hosam, were working in the area with
permission from the Israeli authorities when they were shot by an
Israeli sniper. A bullet entered through the right side of Kamil's
torso, causing tears in his stomach, diaphragm and liver. The doctors
believe that
due to the damage inflicted upon his internal organs, he will never
fully recover.
Hosam
Al-Kafarn (21) was wounded along with Kamil when they were scavenging
construction materials near Erez. He was hit by two bullets. The first
hit his right hand and the second one went through his left arm and then
hit Kamil. Hosam will need to undergo surgery
due to bone damage in his arm.
Photos courtesy of Desde Palestina
Photos courtesy of Desde Palestina
