Imagine waiting nine months to meet your first child, only to be robbed of that moment forever.
Images: We are heartbroken to report that Motaz and Huda, a couple from Gaza who we have written about in the past, lost their son Malik.
Story written by @rumiandroses
For Motaz and Huda, the past year has been filled with pain, displacement, and unimaginable suffering—all while holding onto the one bright hope in their lives: the arrival of their baby, Malik.
But war took that from them, too.
A few days ago, Malik was stillborn. He never got to take his first breath. Never got to feel the warmth of his parents’ embrace. Never got a chance to live, because of this war and the devastation it has caused.
Instead of celebrating his birth, Motaz and Huda were left grieving the loss of their son—yet another innocent life stolen by this war.
But their tragedy did not end there. Huda suffered blood poisoning after giving birth and had to receive a blood transfusion. She is still recovering, weak and fragile, as she and Motaz try to pick up the pieces of their shattered world.
With no home, no security, and now a devastating loss to bear, Motaz is pleading for help to rebuild his life with his wife. He had once sought support to provide for his unborn son—but now, he just needs the means to survive and care for his wife after this unimaginable heartbreak.
Every donation, no matter how small, can help Motaz and Huda recover, rebuild, and find a way forward.
If you cannot donate, please share their story—let the world know what this war has stolen from them.
You can donate to Motaz and Huda's Chuffed campaign [HERE]
Motaz’s campaign has been vetted by @gazavetters and is (#527) on their list of verified campaigns.
