Ahmed Aldabba

Arab Idol victor gives Gazans something to croon about

Lifestyle

Mohammed Assaf lifted spirits with songs of Palestine, some of which he sang in a distinctly Gazan accent and were broadcast to millions of viewers across the Arab world.

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In blockaded Gaza, making gas masks with jars and paper towels

Conflict

With the smuggling tunnels destroyed, Gazans struggle to make ends meet