Our only way to survive

**Khaled Abu Odeh's story from Gaza:**

Hello, I am Khaled Abu Odeh, I am 20 years old and I live in Gaza. Due to the war and destruction, I was prevented from completing my studies, and today I find myself in a difficult situation, where I need your help.

Imagine with me, every day we live in a shelter center, in a tent made of cloth, which does not protect us from the cold or the bombing. We are two families living together in one tent, my family consists of 8 people, and my uncle's family consists of 4 people.

Life here is harsh. My mother suffers from cartilage disease and needs a treatment outside Gaza, but the circumstances prevent us from doing so. My brother Mohammed was injured in his face, which caused him to be disfigured, and we all suffer from hunger and fear.

My little brother, Yazan, needs milk and diapers, while my brother Hassan wakes up every morning to go far to fetch water, which causes him fatigue and exhaustion. As for my uncle, he lost his eye due to the bombing, and he also needs treatment.

I cannot describe to you the horror we live through every day, but here I ask for your help. This is my last chance to get support that can save me and my family from these harsh conditions.

Please, if you can help or share my story, it would make a huge difference. We are in dire need of water, food and medical care. Thank you for your support.