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You’re invited to explore Israel with Tony Evans

What could be more meaningful than studying God’s Word where it first unfolded? Tony Evans’ power-packed teaching will be your guide as you experience Israel in living color! Worship in biblically significant places like the Garden of Gethsemane and on the Sea of Galilee.

We can’t wait to see you face-to-face on this amazing journey as we pray, laugh, and learn together.

Join the Evans family to study God’s Word in the very land He calls His own. This spiritually uplifting tour includes power-packed messages from Tony Evans. You’ll be joined by Chrystal Evans Hurst and Priscilla Shirer. Plus you’ll enjoy life-changing worship experiences with Anthony Evans.

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Tony Evans is prayerfully preparing messages to share with you in the Holy Land. You will never be the same. It’s not every day you get to make unforgettable memories with the Evans family and this is your personal invitation to join us. Worship the Lord with Anthony Evans alongside other believers. You’ll pray in the Garden of Gethsemane, sail upon the Sea of Galilee and celebrate the Lord’s Supper together at the Garden Tomb. Imagine seeing all these spiritually significant sites with your own eyes.

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Join the Daystar team & friends as they explore the Holy Land of Israel!

We will visit the major Biblical Sites in Jerusalem and the Galilee, learn about the rich history of  both ancient and modern Israel and enjoy the  unique flavors and colors of the Land!

Price per person

Estimated to be approximately $5,499 per person

Final Price

Will be determined in mid-December 2022

Deposit of $200 required for registration

What’s Included in This Trip

• Bible teaching with Perry Stone
• Live worship with Joni and the Daystar singers
• Round Trip to Tel Aviv (If interested)
• Hotels with breakfast & dinner daily
• Meeting and assistance at the airport in Israel upon arrival
• Transfer between airport and hotels for passengers arriving and departing with group flights
• English-speaking guide throughout the tour
• Baggage handling, hotel taxes, service charges
• Tips to driver, guide, hotels

What’s Not Included

• Lunches - paid on own but organized by tour operator
• Luggage fees at airport if applicable
• Travel Insurance:  available at AIG Travel Guard
• Single occupancy
• Gifts/personal expenses
• Land Only passengers are not guaranteed airport meeting and assistance, including transfers to & from the airport

  For questions, please call 804-264-0694 or email  [email protected]

Tour postponed.

Due to the war that has begun between Israel and Hamas and the dangers on the ground in Israel, our 2023 tour has been postponed until further notice. If you have already purchased your tour package, someone will be in contact with you about a full refund.

We pray for a swift end to this conflict and a lasting peace established in Israel. If you’d like to learn more about our efforts in support of Israel during this conflict, click below.

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EXPERIENCE the palpable presence of God in the Holy Land and walk where Jesus walked, where the Word of God unfolds in the landscape before you, where lifetime memories and special blessings will be yours to spiritually receive and personally encounter!

GET READY to experience the indescribable blessings that are only available for those who are actually “there” in the Holy Land. We expect your Experience Israel tour to be a personal event that will exceed anything you can imagine.

Israel is one of the most spiritually-prolific, experience-packed, and captivating lands to be found anywhere in the world.

Come with us to see and experience what you’ve always felt in your heart about this great land. There, traveling through the Holy Land itself, you will experience a "mobile conference" through daily devotions and intimate yet power times of worship together. You can expect to be revitalized and refreshed as you reconnect with God in the historically rich and spiritually significant settings that provided the backdrop for the very scriptures we hold dear in our hearts .

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Tour Companies Cancel Israel Departures through End of 2023

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With Hamas attacks on Israel ongoing, at least two tour companies have opted to cancel all travel to the country for the remainder of 2023.

Collette Collette was the first tour operator to announce it was cancelling all departures to Israel through the remainder of the calendar year. Future departures for January 1, 2024 and beyond will be evaluated "well in advance of travel."

"We are deeply saddened by the events that transpired in Israel over the weekend, and we hope that the Israeli people will be able to quickly bring safety, security, and stability back to the region," said Jeff Roy, executive vice president at Collette.

He added that for departures starting after January 1, 2024 the company will "make operating decisions for these tours at least 60 days in advance of travel."

All affected travelers will receive a full refund.

TTC Tour Brands TTC Tour Brands, which includes Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Contiki, and others brands, extended its cancellations (originally scheduled through Nov. 1) to Dec. 31, 2023.

"We are deeply saddened by the current situation unfolding in Israel," the company said in a statement. "Our hearts and thoughts are with everyone in the affected areas." 

See what other travel-related companies have made  changes in response to the Hamas attack on Israel .

Perillo Tours Perillo is actively working to reschedule upcoming private group departures up to and including dates into February 2024. Alternative destinations and refunds have also been offered to affected guests. 

Kensington Tours Kensington has suspected travel to Israel through the end of October. Bookings after that date are being dealt with "on a case by case basis."

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Tours to the Holy Land: Trips & Israel Tour Packages 2024, 2025

"Every place we visited was breathtakingly beautiful, with stunning landscapes and rich historical and cultural heritage. We highly recommend visiting Israel to anyone who wants to experience an unforgettable journey. We had a life-changing time there and are already planning to return." Simon L. and Beatriz G. – Tour to Israel/Egypt/Jordan February 2024 "I had a wonderful time in Israel. I felt while I was there the precautions that were taken for our safety were well in hand. I still got to experience many holy sites and be blessed by walking the path that Jesus walked. Every day was started in prayer, singing, or scripture reading which also extended the blessing of the trip." Quincie L. – Tour to Israel/Egypt/Jordan February 2024

Our Israel tours & Holy Land tours of 9-24 days for the Evangelical Protestant Bible believer are what Pilgrim Tours does best. Prepare yourself for a life-changing journey to walk where Jesus walked and visit Jerusalem, Galilee, & Samaria. Each of our Israel tours is led by a local guide who is an experienced expert on the historical, cultural, scenic, and spiritual history of the Holy Land. If you travel with 10 or more people, a private group tour can easily be arranged. Pilgrim Tours can customize an itinerary to fit your group needs with many options to choose from.

Concerned about safety? As a Christian tour operator, the staff at Pilgrim Tours takes a Biblical perspective regarding the current situation in the Middle East. We do not believe that peace in Israel is something that will occur until the Prince of Peace comes to restore His kingdom. Please do not make a reservation with us based on the hopes of a calm future. If you long for the special blessings only available in Israel, we will take you there. An expert driver and guide will carefully keep you from any areas that could present a problem and treat you to the riches of Israel as our special guest.

Below is a large variety of Israel tour packages departing in 2024 and 2025 year-round.

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Featured Sites in Israel

Explore a vast selection of beautiful historical and Biblical locations throughout Israel with our Israel Holy Land tour. You can visit Jerusalem, Galilee, and parts of Samaria, getting the life-changing opportunity to see where Jesus and many other Biblical figures lived and walked. We even offer Holy Land tours that allow you to see the Dead Sea, the Garden Tomb, and the Jordan River Baptism Site. Like all of our Europe tours , our Israel Holy Land tours are led by local guides who have extensive knowledge of the area and its history. If you want to experience the history of Israel and see the Bible come to life, our Holy Land tours give you that opportunity.

The city of Jerusalem offers a unique convergence of Judaism, Christianity, and the Muslim faith. For Christians who visit Jerusalem, you will learn about many stories of the Bible while walking her streets. Many actors in the Bible such as Abraham, King David, King Solomon, the twelve disciples and Jesus all lived, visited, or spent time there. The Passion week of Christ will be highlighted during our stay as we visit the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Western Wall, the Way of Suffering, and the Garden Tomb.

Sea of Galilee

Nowhere in Israel does the Bible come to life more than along the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Pilgrims who visit the Galilee region have the opportunity to imagine what life was like 2,000 years ago and what Jesus and the twelve disciples experienced while fishing on the Sea of Galilee. The peaceful setting and the natural wonders of the Golan Heights to the east and Mt. Arbel to the west make for a great way to start your morning in quiet reflection. During our tour, we explore the Biblical towns of Capernaum, Magdala, and Nazareth and take a meaningful cruise on the Sea of Galilee.

The Dead Sea is not only the lowest and most lifeless lake in the world, but also nearly 10 times saltier than the ocean. Travelers will enjoy the beautiful colors of the blue water and the red mountains of Jordan to the east. Take time to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime Dead Sea “float” either in the sea itself or at one of the warm salt water pools at our hotel. The Dead Sea experience is truly a bucket list visit you won’t want to miss!

Garden Tomb

Our visit to the Garden Tomb and its surrounding gardens is normally one of the highlights of our tour to Israel. The Garden Tomb is a rock-cut tomb in Jerusalem that was unearthed in 1867 and is considered by some Protestants to be the site of the burial and resurrection of Jesus. Our visit offers a unique time of prayer, reflection, communion, and praise, which will be a special life-long memory for many travelers.

Jordan River Baptism Site

The Jordan River Baptist Site or “Yardenit” is a baptism site located along the Jordan River just south of the Sea of Galilee in northern Israel. This site is frequented by Christian Pilgrims who enjoy imagining the setting of the baptism of Jesus. For anyone who would like to be baptized in the Jordan River, Yardenit has been developed to be a peaceful setting with beautiful gardens, clean colored water, changing facilities, showers, and a nice souvenir shop.

Caesarea Philippi

To many Pilgrim travelers, Caesarea Philippi is a special surprise while on their tour. Located along the rushing springs of Mt. Hermon, the beautiful and natural setting is where Jesus asked his disciples “Who do men say that I am?” He asked this question while observing the pagan worship of the god Pan as worshipers offered their sacrifice at the “Gates of Hell.” Our time at Caesarea Philippi is one of many opportunities throughout our tour to see the lessons and message of the Bible come to light in a special way.

Israel Tours: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month for the Holy Land tour?

Taking a trip to Israel during the spring or fall offers the most enjoyable weather of the year but normally has the largest crowds. If you want to enjoy a peaceful tour with fewer crowds, consider visiting between December and February or June and August. We offer Israel and Jordan tours throughout the year, so you can select a trip that works for your schedule.

How many days do you need for a Holy Land tour?

We offer several types of tours of the Holy Land, so the duration of your tour depends on the tour package you choose. The Best of Israel Tour is our most basic offering and includes a Sea of Galilee boat ride, a trip to the Jordan River Baptism Site, the Dead Sea, and many opportunities to walk on the same land Jesus walked on. This is our shortest trip at just 9 or 10 days. Our most involved trips allow you to experience a wide range of historical locations over the course of a few weeks. Egypt tours are included in some of these packages, as well as tours in Greece and other countries. These tours can take up to 24 days, giving you the chance to spend an extended period of time learning about and visiting different parts of the world. From our Turkey tours to all of our Israel Christian tours, all of our tours feature a first-class hotel rating for the country you visit. We do offer some upgraded tours that offer better lodging options. You can review our hotel categories at https://www.pilgrimtours.com/company/hotelcomparison.htm . Check out any of our tours to view a day-by-day itinerary and see what amenities are included with each tour.

What is the dress code in Israel?

The dress code in Israel is different from other parts of the world. There are a few dress code basics you should understand before booking Israel tours: When you’re in Israel, there is no strict dress code. You can wear what you feel comfortable wearing. However, both men and women should try to dress conservatively and cover their shoulders and knees when visiting any of the religious sites throughout Israel. Generally speaking, it’s best to avoid tank tops and shorts. Men need to cover their heads when visiting the Western Wall. Pilgrim Tours provides a Pilgrim Tours ball cap upon arrival in Israel, but you might consider purchasing an affordable kippa that you can bring when you visit Jewish sites. Some places may offer a free kippa, but these are generally low quality. (Women are not required to cover their heads at any sight.) You can figure out what you need to pack and how to dress each day by looking at the itinerary for our Holy Land tours. Guides normally offer guidance on how to dress for the next day while on tour. We also suggest looking at the extended weather forecast as you prepare and pack for your trip.

Is there a lot of walking involved on an Israel Tour?

Our Israel tours do require a significant amount of walking each day and you should be able to walk unassisted 3-4 miles per day on average. Make sure you have a comfortable pair of shoes that provide adequate support. While there are bus and boat rides during these tours, you have to walk quite a bit to explore some of the Biblical sites. Our tour guides normally give the group a few options at sites for those that have physical limitations. One thing to keep in mind is that there are many hills and valleys in Israel which can make walking even more taxing. The amount of walking you have to do may vary based on the tour you take, so look at the itinerary before choosing your tour. The good news is that Israel is a beautiful country to see on foot, and you’ll have several opportunities to sit down and give your feet a rest. As long as you have a good pair of shoes and comfortable clothes, it’s easy to forget about all the walking you’re doing and enjoy the tour.

What passport & visa information do I need for your Israel tours?

U.S. citizens need a valid U.S. passport with at least six months validity beyond their intended stay to enter Israel. Make two photocopies of your passport. Leave one copy at home and carry the other separately from your original. Israel: U.S. and Canadian Citizens do not need a Visa when entering Israel. Non U. S. /Canadian Citizens are responsible to fulfill appropriate entry requirements of destination. Contact your Consulate office for requirements.

What common languages will be spoken during your Israel tours?

Hebrew, Arabic and English.

What currency can I use on your Israel tours?

The U.S. dollar is widely accepted across Israel, and we suggest bringing about $30 for each day you’ll be on tour. U.S. dollars are recommended for use for small purchases and lunches. Lunches typically cost $15-20. It is important to bring about 20 $1 bills as some bathrooms charge a small fee for use. Credit cards may also be used for larger purchases. ATMs in Israel are all connected to European and American banking systems. Please be advised that the ATM machines dispense money in SHEKELS – NOT U.S. DOLLARS. Please notify your bank before traveling overseas.

Do I need to bring a converter for the Israel tour?

Israel uses the European plug with two round pins. You will need to bring along the necessary converters and adapters to operate any 120 volt appliances such as hair dryers and electric razors as well as camera and cell phone chargers. Electricity in Israel is 220 volts 50 Hz.

What is the time zone for your Israel tours?

The time zone for Israel is seven hours ahead of EST and two hours ahead of GMT.

What climate should I expect during your Israel tours?

In Israel the climate is temperate, and temperatures all year-round are reasonable. Israel has two main seasons: winter (from November to March) is cold and rainy in most parts of the country; summer (from April to October) is hot and dry with little or no rainfall. The desert areas can be extremely hot in summer time.

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"Pilgrim tours is who I'll be recommending people to travel with. We've been trying to get to Israel for two years and finally made it!! Great company from booking to on the ground with great guides. All details taken care of with great hotels, bus, and the best guides!! Wonderful experience!"

"We had a great experience in Israel with Pilgrim Tours. Everything went very well and there were no glitches or problems of any kind. The bus and driver were top notch as were the hotels and daily breakfast buffets. Our tour guide was great as his depth of knowledge of the people, history and languages Israel was quite amazing. We will very likely use Pilgrim again in the future."

"We have toured with Pilgrim Tours three times and what a blessing. Accommodations, excursions, information and food were all high quality. Post pandemic, we were so thankful to return to Israel."

"I couldn't have asked for more for a trip to the Holy Land than what Pilgrim Tours provided me. It was the perfect balance of spiritual reverence, history, geography, and social issues. I am so grateful for the experience that I had on this trip."

"Our church group just returned from taking a "Best of Israel" ten day tour. It was one of the best experiences of my life. I am so glad we chose Pilgrim tours. From our excellent hotel accommodations, to our wonderful tour guide, we enjoyed everything. Our trip exceeded our expectations. I would recommend Pilgrim Tours to anyone who is planning a trip to the Holy Land. We definitely plan to travel with them again."

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Israel Tour 2023

May 16–25 (in Israel May 17-24)

$3,600 (LAND ONLY, airfare not included) ** Monthly Torchbearers can receive a $300 discount! (One per family)

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Air-conditioned, top-of-the-line tour buses
• 5-star hotels
• Entrance fees to all sites
• All-you-can-eat buffet for breakfast and dinner

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

This is an all-inclusive price  except  for the following…

• Airfare (not included):  Feel free to shop for the flight that suits you best. We will all meet up in Israel to start the tour there.  (See “Booking Info” below for a flight suggestion.)
• Lunches (not included):  The tour bus will be stopping at restaurants daily but everyone will be on their own to pay for lunches
• Tips (not included):  We will collect $200 cash at our orientation meeting on the night that we arrive in Israel.  This will cover tips for hotel staff, bellmen, front desk, housekeeping, kitchen staff, waiters/waitresses, bus driver, and Israel tour guide)
• Price is based on double occupancy – If traveling alone, you can room with someone else or pay for a single room (extra cost for the private room $1200.00) If traveling alone, you can room with someone else or pay for a single room (extra cost for the private room $1200.00) If for any reason we can’t find a roommate for you, you will need to cover single room supplementation If traveling alone, you can room with someone else or pay for a single room (extra cost for the private room $1200.00) If traveling alone, you can room with someone else or pay for a single room (extra cost for the private room $1200.00) If for any reason we can’t find a roommate for you, you will need to cover single room supplementation.

* NOTE*  Currently, all tourists (regardless of whether vaccinated or not ) , from all countries, WILL be able to travel to Israel. Additionally, there is currently NO Covid test required to return to the USA.

*FOR THOSE SIGNING UP AFTER SEPTEMBER 16, 2022: Our entire group will be together in our first two hotels, one in Hertziliya and one in Tiberias. However, our third and final hotel, in Jerusalem, will be split up into two different hotels. (If you had friends that signed up before Sept 16, they will be at a different hotel in Jerusalem.)

**We do not provide, but strongly recommend  that you purchase travel insurance. You will need to do this right away after signing up and we recommend using  Travelex .

BOOKING INFO FOR GROUP FLIGHT

**NOTE* Flights are NOT included in the package price, this info is provided as a recommendation only.  (Flight prices are changing continually.)

We will be flying out of JFK (New York City) on a non stop flight. We recommend booking the following flights if you plan on flying over as a group:

Delta Airlines:

• Departure : DL234 11:45pm May 16th – Landing 5:35pm May 17, 2023.
• Return : DL235 11:55pm May 24th – Landing 5:15am May 25, 2023

However, you can also meet us at the Tel Aviv airport if you plan on flying a different airline. Be certain to land no later than 5:35pm the evening on the 17th if you plan to take the group transportation to the hotel.

TRIP PAYMENTS:

• For the MonthlyTorchbearer $300 family discount, contact  [email protected] .

PARTIAL ITINERARY:

After arriving in Israel, we will spend our first night at a beautiful hotel on the Mediterranean Sea.

The following morning, we will begin the ground portion of our tour by visiting Caesarea by the Sea and Mt. Carmel; then we will travel through the hills of the Galilee region, staying at a beautiful resort hotel right by the Sea of Galilee. There, we will experience a boat ride and visit other amazing sites such as the synagogue in Capernaum, the Mt. of Beatitudes, the Golan Heights, and more.

From there we will make our way to Jerusalem.

Once in Jerusalem, we will be visiting the following places: Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea, Qumran, Mt. of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, City of David, Mt. Zion, Jewish Quarter of Old City, Western Wall, Yad VaShem Holocaust Memorial Museum, Lion’s Gate, Pool of Bethesda, Golgotha, Garden Tomb, the Elah Valley (where David killed Goliath), and more.

This is only a partial list of the major sites that we will be visiting. Please understand that our schedule for visiting specific places is subject to change due to weather or congestion in certain areas. We will see all of the above sites, but we may adjust the timing of those visits.

(If you have any physical disabilities with walking long distances or hiking, please note that a few sites may be difficult to experience fully.)

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Will Gaza be able to rise from the ashes, once more?

A s a Palestinian who grew up in Gaza, I never imagined that Gaza would face genocide, let alone at this scale and speed and with deafening international silence. I thought that if the right-wing government in Israel ever unleashed its flames against us, international law would apply, at least partially. I believed that the current generation of Palestinian children would have a better life than I did in the refugee camps. I thought I would be able to visit Gaza and see my family, friends, and neighbors. I thought I would be able to enjoy Gaza's golden beaches after finishing my graduate studies and settling down. Since Oct. 7, all of these plans and dreams have been shattered. A city of 2.3 million Palestinians on the Mediterranean Sea has been turned into rubble by Israel's relentless war machine.

Since 2014, I have been contributing to the AFSC's programs and activities. My first contribution was participating in a speaking tour to promote the book "Gaza Writes Back," which was edited by my late mentor and friend Refaat Alareer, Gaza's storyteller, and published by Just World Educational. While touring the U.S. to promote "Gaza Writes Back" and, later, "Light in Gaza," published by Haymarket, I highlighted the need to end the Israeli siege on Gaza and connect Gaza with the outside world.

Yousef Aljamel (center) speaks to community members in Philadelphia during the 2023 "Light in Gaza" speaking tour.

On my first AFSC speaking tour, Refaat and I bragged about the high literacy rates in Gaza and spoke of the city's deep-rooted history and culture. We laughed when we told people that the stereotype that Palestinians in Gaza are fond of chilies is generally true. Gaza has a strategic coastal location and many spices came to the Arab World through its seaport. We spoke of the stubbornness of Gaza's people, who after every tragedy, rise from the ashes, like the phoenix that is the symbol of the local council of Gaza Municipality.

On Oct. 6, 2023, I received a recorded video message from Palestinian elder Ahmad Alhaaj, who was 90 years old at the time. When I met Alhaaj in Gaza in 2011, he was the first Palestinian to introduce me to AFSC's work in Palestine in 1948. He benefited from aid given by AFSC at the age of 15 when he became a refugee in Gaza. Ahmad refused to buy a house of his own, dreaming of returning to his village, Al-Sawafir al-Sharqiyya, which was ethnically cleansed during the Nakba. He believed that by buying a house, it meant he accepted his refugee status. In 1948, his mom insisted that he leaves Al-Falluja village, in which he was besieged, crawling on the muddy ground, to make it to a school in Gaza. On Jan. 17, 2024 Ahmad passed away in Gaza City, once again under bombardment and siege, and refusing to become a refugee again.

What is happening today in Gaza is no different from what happened during the Nakba in 1948. In fact, it is much worse. Since April 21, 283 bodies were uncovered from Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis .This discovery comes after Israel turned Gaza's largest medical complex, Al-Shifa Hospital, into a graveyard, burning it to the ground and killing 400 Palestinians within the vicinity. Many were buried in mass graves.

Gaza today is a mass grave, not only for thousands of Palestinians killed by Israel but also for the conscience of the "free world." For too long, Palestinians have been lectured about the value of human life and dignity, only to discover that the value of their lives and their dignity are exceptions to the rule. My friend Hassan, in the north of Gaza, has a Ph.D. in water engineering and has been publishing research, trying to find solutions to the issue of non-potable water in Gaza. He is now looking for a grave to bury his father in a dignified way instead of in his makeshift burial in a dirt street. Is Hassan's father's life and dignity not valuable?

GAZA TODAY IS A MASS GRAVE, NOT ONLY FOR THOUSANDS OF PALESTINIANS KILLED BY ISRAEL BUT ALSO FOR THE CONSCIENCE OF THE "FREE WORLD."

My town, Alnuseirat Refugee Camp, was badly damaged after Israel leveled its northern part along with Alzahra and Almoghraga towns, in order to expand an Israeli military road. This road now separates the southern part of Gaza from the North. Israeli bombs destroyed all high-rise buildings in the area, including, recently, my own apartment. In November 2023, Israel killed my childhood friend, Salah. He was killed when he went back to his home to get some food after being displaced from Alnuseirat camp. Both Salah and I were childhood friends with Ayman, who was also killed by Israel almost 10 years ago now, during its 2014 military assault on Gaza. My happy memories of Gaza are diminishing. There are only a few of my friends left.

As of this writing, the number of Palestinians killed by Israel since Oct. 7 totals more than 34,000, plus another 10,000 people estimated to be buried under the rubble. This includes 15,780 children and 10,091 women. Two million Palestinians in Gaza have also been displaced, as 131,200 homes have been destroyed and 281,000 have been partially damaged. Israeli bombings have destroyed 445 schools, 651 mosques, 322 health care facilities, 203 archeological sites, and three churches. Israeli bombings and ground invasions have killed 356 health professionals, 160 journalists, 42 civil defense workers, and 168 United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) staff.

Destruction in Gaza. Photo credit: Motasem Murtaja

In Israel's recent advancement towards Alnuseirat, the Israeli military used new tactics that appear designed to cause the maximum amount of death possible. For example, the Israeli military is using remote-controlled quadcopters that play the sounds of crying women and babies or the sounds of invading tanks to lure people into the street where they are then shot. Israel's destruction of my town and the Gaza Strip as a whole has, in most cases, nothing to do with "military necessity." Rather, attacks aim to create a reality in Gaza that forces Palestinians, 70 percent of whom are refugees, out of Gaza. This strategy of displacement is why Israel has been targeting UNRWA, the largest provider of aid in Gaza, which serves to remind Israel and the world that the refugees created by the Nakba are still displaced. Additionally, the Israeli military is targeting Palestinian journalists and educators who challenge the Israeli narrative.

Despite the grim reality in Gaza today, the situation should not push us into despair. This is not to say that the task ahead is easy. It is not. This is to say that Palestinians in Gaza have no other option but to survive and reestablish their lives in Palestine. The global solidarity movement from campuses across the U.S., to protests in cities across the world, is sending a message of hope to Palestinians back home. Gaza has been completely destroyed more than once throughout history, but it has risen from the ashes just like a phoenix. Its children will once again bring Gaza to life.

AFSC's Yousef Aljamal, a Gaza native, reflecting on the mounting human toll in Gaza and what he perceives as the urgent need for international action.

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