Usama Aklouk

Usama Aklouk is a 61-year-old neurosurgeon in Gaza, who has been serving as a volunteer physician amid the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis. He regrets missing an opportunity to leave Gaza over a year ago, choosing instead to stay with his family, despite the dire living conditions that have deteriorated significantly. Aklouk's experiences highlight the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in war zones, as well as the difficult choices families must make under extreme circumstances.