Palestinian Kids with Limb Loss Learn to Swim in Gaza
· World · The Independent, Al Jazeera
Palestinian children who lost limbs during the Israel–Hamas war since Oct. 7, 2023, are attending swimming lessons in Khan Younis. The classes are organised by the nonprofit Heal Palestine. The program offers a therapeutic activity for children with limb loss. The article does not state how many children participate or the length of the classes. No information on local residents’ response is provided.
Why it matters
The initiative provides physical and psychological rehabilitation for children severely affected by the conflict, helping them regain confidence and mobility.
Read the original report — The Independent
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