A Palestinian student in Dublin: Eid, exile, and the anguish of watching Gaza from afar
By
Asem Al-Jerjawi
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Summary
A Palestinian student in Dublin describes the painful experience of being far from family in Gaza during Eid, while pursuing a master's degree in Ireland. The author highlights the ongoing violence in Gaza despite a ceasefire, the emotional toll of separation from loved ones, and the daily routine of checking news from home. The piece reflects on the contrast between building a future in Ireland and the guilt and grief of leaving family behind in a war zone.
Key quotes
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In the last year, around 80 Palestinians like myself have arrived in Ireland to pursue master's degrees. Meanwhile, our families remain trapped in an ongoing genocide, despite the so-called ceasefire.
Now I am thousands of miles from home, Eid is a painful reminder of absence, of loved ones, and of the life we once knew.
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