The Israeli army fired at night and during the day Monday, hundreds of missiles, and shells into many parts of the Gaza Strip, hitting many buildings, public facilities, roads, and infrastructure, in addition to many homes, residential and commercial towers, killing dozens of Palestinians and injuring more. Update: Ahmad Khalil al-Louh, 32, killed by drone missiles, Sabra neighborhood – Gaza city. Ziad Abu Dayer, killed in his home in the Shawwa Building, al-Wihda – Gaza city. Rafif Ziad Abu Dayer, 11, killed in his home in the Shawwa Building, al-Wihda – Gaza city. (Ziad’s daughter) Mohammad Abu al-‘Oun, Beit Lahia. Ahmad Ziad Sabah, 28, Beit Lahia. Mohammad Husam Abu Sam’aan, assassinated in a car in Tal al-Hawa – Gaza. Mohammad Jamal Abu Samaan, 27, assassinated in a car in Tal al-Hawa – Gaza. Ali Waleed Breis, 31, assassinated in a car in Tal al-Hawa – Gaza. Husam Abu Harbeed, killed by an Israeli missile in his home near Abu Haseera Junction, Gaza city. Yahia Mansour Ghaben, died of serious wounds suffered two days earlier in Beit Lahia. Ahmad Fayez Arafat, was killed by missile from Israeli drone in Abasan – Khan Younis. Media sources in Gaza said many of the slain Palestinians are families that were killed by Israeli missiles targeting their homes or apartment buildings. At least twelve additional Palestinians, including children and women, were killed in the latest wave of Israeli aggression. In addition, the army assassinated a senior political leader of the Islamic Jihad, identified as Husam Abu Harbeed, after firing a missile at his home near Abu Haseera Junction, west of Gaza city, in addition to killing two other Palestinian, and wounding three, after firing a missile at their car in the same area. Medical sources said another Palestinian, identified as Yahia Mansour Ghaben, died from serious wounds he suffered, two days ago, during the extensive Israeli bombing of Beit Lahia. At least one Palestinian from the Abu Jalhoum family was killed and many others were injured by Israeli missiles, west of the al-Amoudi area, in northern Gaza. In Khan Younis, in the southern part of the Gaza Strip, an Israeli drone fired a missile at Palestinians, east of the city, killing one, identified as Ahmad Arafat, and wounding several others. The army also fired missiles into the Tal Za’tar neighborhood, in northern Gaza, killing at least one Palestinian and wounding several others. In Deir al-Balah, in central Gaza, the army fired artillery shells at homes and streets, killing many Palestinians, including children, in addition to killing Aa’ed Masoud, 24, in the al-Qasayeb neighborhood in Jabalia, in northern Gaza. In Beit Lahia, in northern Gaza, the soldiers bombarded a home for the al-Masri family, wounding at least five Palestinians, including four children, in addition to causing a serious injury to one Palestinian in Wadi as-Salqa area, south of Deir al-Balah. The army targeted infrastructure, residential and commercial towers including those used by Palestinian and international media agencies, medical centers, many schools, and mosques, in addition to various buildings along the Gaza Strip. On Monday evening, a child was killed, and dozens were injured, after the army fired missiles at a residential tower in the al-Wehda Street, in Gaza city. The army also fired a missile at a residential tower in the Remal neighborhood in Gaza, killing one child and wounding more than 10 Palestinians. The attack caused serious damage to the building and nearby colic, wounding many patients. It took place just a few meters away from where the army killing more than 40 Palestinians, and injuring dozens, on Sunday at dawn. Before the latest Israeli escalation, the Health Ministry in Gaza said Israeli missiles and shells have led to the death of 212 Palestinians, including 61 children, 36 women, and 16 elderly, in addition to wounding more than 1400, including dozens of women and children, many of them in serious conditions. Many Palestinians remain buried under the rubble of bombarded homes, residential towers, and other facilities, and are presumed dead, amidst constant efforts to locate them in the hope of finding some who are still alive. First Published on: May 17, 2021, at 23:01 Post navigation

Israel and the Palestinian movement Hamas reached a ceasefire early on Friday after two weeks of violence that have left hundreds dead and thousands more injured across the region. The hostilities began amid Israeli authorities’ crackdown on Palestinians in Jerusalem, first in the Sheikh Jarrah neighbourhood, then at al-Aqsa Mosque. According to the latest official information from Palestinian and Israeli sources, at least 292 people were been killed between 7 and 21 May, including at least 71 children and 45 women.  Explained: Why did Israel bomb Gaza? Read More » The vast majority were Palestinian: Israeli air strikes on the besieged Gaza Strip killed at least 248 Palestinians, while a further 29 Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem. Another two Palestinian citizens of Israel have been reported killed by Israeli fire. In Israel, 12 people have been reported killed by rockets launched from Gaza by Hamas, among them two children, two Palestinian citizens of Israel, two Thai citizens, and one Indian national. One person was also killed by Israeli forces in southern Lebanon during a protest in solidarity with Palestinians. During the past two weeks, Middle East Eye has compiled a list of names, ages and genders of  those killed, using available information from official Palestinian and Israeli sources, including the Gaza Ministry of Health, and MEE’s own reporting on the ground. This list is far from exhaustive. The chaos that has hit the region means that many people have yet to be publicly identified; for some – especially in Gaza – the date of death has yet to be released. It has not yet been possible to ascertain exactly which of those killed in Gaza were Hamas and Islamic Jihad members, though the vast majority are thought to be civilians. New MEE newsletter: Jerusalem Dispatch Sign up to get the latest insights and analysis on Israel-Palestine, alongside Turkey Unpacked and other MEE newsletters The list will be updated as more details emerge. Friday 7 May, 2021 West Bank Aballah Khaled Daabas, 20, M Mohamed Ayman Fathi, 20, M Monday 10 May, 2021 Gaza Mohammad Abdullah Fayyad, 26, M Mohammad Ali Mohammad Nusseir, 24, M Esmat Shaaban al-Zein, 49, M Zakariya Ziad Alloush, 18, M Bashir Mohammad Alloush, 56, M Raed al-Abed Abu Warda, 29 , M Nabil Numan Dardouna, 34, M Mustafa Mohammad Obeid, 17, M Yazan Sultan al-Masri, 2, M Ahmad Atallah al-Masri, 21, M Ibrahim Youssef al-Masri, 11, M Rahaf Mohammed al-Masri, 10, F Marwan Youssef al-Masri, 7, M Tuesday 11 May, 2021 Gaza Amira Abdelfattah Subuh, 58 , F Abdulrahman Youssef Subuh, 19, M Sameh Fahim Hashem al-Mamlouk, 66, M Kamal Taysir Qreiqe, 34, M Salim Mohammed al-Farra, 38, M Mohammad Yahya Abu al-Ata, 30, M Mohammad Abdulraouf Hallas, 34, M Iyad Fathi Fayeq Sharir, 45, M Layali Taha Sharir, 41, F Mina Iyad Sharir, 2, F Lina Iyad Sharir, 16, F West Bank Ahmad Abd el-Fattah Daraghma, 38, M Israel Moussa Hassona, 31, M Khalil Awad, 56, M Nadeen Khalil Awad, 16, F Soumya Santosh, 30, F Unidentified, 80, F Unidentified, 50, F Unidentified, F Wednesday 12 May, 2021 Gaza Bassem Subhi Issa, 56, M Reema Saad Saad, 31, F Zaid Mohammad Telbani, 5, M West Bank Hussein Atiyyeh Titi, 26, M Rashid Muhammad Abu Arreh, 16, M Mohammed Omar Saeed al-Najjar, 36, M Israel Omer Tabib, 21, M Ido Avigal, 5, M Thursday 13 May, 2021 Gaza Hala Hussein al-Rifi, 14, F Friday 14 May, 2021 West Bank Youssef Nawasra, 27, M Mohammed Ruhi Hammad, 30, M Awad Ahmed Harb, 27, M Mohammed Adel Shegirat, 20, M Sharif Khaled Suleiman, 37, M Issa Barham, 30, M Nidal Sael Safadi, 30, M Hossam Asaireh, 20, M Malek Hamdan, 21, M Ismail al-Tobasi, 26, M Nizar Riyad Marouf Abu Zainah, 24, M Lebanon Mohammed Tahhan, M Saturday 15 May, 2021 Gaza Maha Mohammad al-Hadidi, 36, F Yahya Mohammed al-Hadidi, 11, M Suhaib Mohammad al-Hadidi , 13, M Ousama Mohammad al-Hadidi, 6, M Abdulrahman Mohammad al-Hadidi, 8, M Maryam Alaa Abu Hattab, 8, F Yamen Alaa Abu Hattab, 6, M Bilal Alaa Abu Hattab, 6, M Youssef Alaa Abu Hattab, 11, M Yasmeen Hassan, 31, F West Bank Wajdi Jaafra, 30, M Sunday 16 May, 2021 Gaza Abir Nimr Eshkuntana, 30, F Dana Riad Eshkuntana, 9, F Yahya Riad Eshkuntana, 5, M Lana Riad Eshkuntana, 6, F Zayn Riad Eshkuntana, 2, M Tala Ayman Abu al-Auf, 13, F Tawfiq Ayman Abu al-Auf, 18, M Ayman Abu al-Auf, 50, M Rula Mohammad Mueen al-Qulaq, 6, F Yara Mohammad Mueen al-Qulaq, 10, F Hala Mohammad Mueen al-Qulaq, 13, F Hanaa Shukri al-Qulaq , 15, F Mira Rami al-Efranji, 12, F Dima Rami al-Efranji, 16, F West Bank Tareq Snobar, 27, M Yassine Hasan Hamad, 25, M Jerusalem Shaher Abu Khadija, 41, M Monday 17 May, 2021 Gaza Rafeef Murshed Abu Dayer, 10, F West Bank Obeida Akram Jawabreh, 18, M Tuesday 18 May, 2021 West Bank Islam Fayyad Zahda, 31, M Mohammed Ishaq Hamid, 25, M Adham Fayyez Kashef, 20, M Islam Wael Burnat, 16, M Israel Weerawat Karunborirak, 44, M Sikarin Sa-ngamrum, 24, M Wednesday 19 May, 2021 Gaza Yusef Qadir Abu Hussein, 32, M Deema Asaliyeh, 11, F West Bank Wafa Abdel-Rahman al-Baraadi, 37, F Israel Mohammed Kiwan, 17, M Thursday 20 May, 2021 West Bank Muntaser Mahmoud Jawabreh, 29, M Undated fatalities Gaza Note: Besides those named below, a further 31 casualties in Gaza are still unidentified Yasmeen Mohammed Abu Hattab, 31, F Ahmed Mohammed al-Sabah , 29, M Rafif Murshed Abu Dayer, 11, F Yahya Mansour Ghaban, 30, M Mahmoud Mohammed al-Madhoun, 30, M Mahmoud Hamed Talba, 13, M Mahmoud Ramadan Shteiwi, 19, M Bashar Ahmad Samour, 17, M Yahya Mazen Khalifeh, 14, M Ibrahim Abdullah Hasanin, 16, M Bara Wissam al-Gharabli, 6, M Hamza Mahmoud Ali, 12, M Ammar Taysir al-Amour, 11, M Hamada Attieh al-Amour, 13, M Khaled Emad al-Qanua, 17, M Lina Mohammed Issa, 14, F Amir Rafat al-Tanani, 7, M Ahmad Rami al-Hawajri, 14, M Adham Rafat al-Tanani, 4, M Mohammed Rafat al-Tanani, 3, M Ismail Rafat al-Tanani, 8, M Mohammed Salameh Abu Diaa, 1, M Hur Mumin al-Zamli, 2, F Ibrahim Mohammed al-Rantisi, 1, M Fawzia Nasser Abu Fares, 17, F Islam Mohammed al-Attar, 8, F Amira Mohammed al-Attar, 6, F Mohammed Zein al-Attar, 1, M Buthaina Mahmoud Obeid, 6, F Abdallah Ashraf Jawda, 13, M Mueen al-Alloul, 67, M Wael Abdulkarim Issa, 41, M Akram Mohammed al-Attar, 37, M Ibrahim Ahmad al-Shambari, 20, M Mansour Youssef al-Darimli, 66, M Aatef Abdulrahman al-Barawi , 48, M Talaat Jamil Agha, 37, M Halima Ali al-Madhoun, 66, F Abdulrahim Mohammed al-Madhoun, 63, M Manar Abdulkarim Baraka, 18, M Munther Abdulkarim Baraka, 21, M Mohammed Abdulmoneim Shahin, 27, M Majed Abdrabbuh Saada, 58, M Mahmoud Ahmad Abu Ammar, 38, M Mayami Abdullah Arafeh, 50, F Mahmoud Jamil Kulusa, 29, M Mustafa Mazen Kurdiyeh, 32, M Saeed Hashem al-Hatu, 67, M Abdelsalam Mahmoud al-Ghazali, 29, M Hamad Iyad al-Dabari , 86, M Hassan Mohammed al-Qahwaji, 43, M Ezzeddin Mohammed Hallas, 28, M Jumaa Abdullah al-Talha, 59, M Maysoun Zaki al-Hatu, 60, F Wael Mahmoud al-Ghawla, 48, M Mohammad Said Abu al-Atta, 32, M Hamza Mahmoud al-Hour, 25,M Mohammed Mueen al-Quraa, 27, M Ahmad Walid al-Talaa, 30, M Mohammed Ahmad Abu Amsha, 36, M Mohammed Nahas Abu Sakran, 26, M Abdelaziz Abdelhamid Abu Taaima, 25, M Nader Mohammad al-Ghazali , 47, M Ahmad Ibrahim Abu Sakran, 65, M Hadil Khaled Arafeh, 28, F Jamal Mohammad al-Zibda, 65, M Mujahid Majed al-Hadidi, 30, M Hazem Misbah al-Khatib, 41, M Mustafa Mohammad Farhat, 26, M Mahmoud Mohammad Fares, 38, M Awwad Nabil Abu Salmiya, 34, M Usama Jamal al-Zibda, 33, M Nidal Habib Hana, 36, M Thafer Mazen al-Shawa, 40, M Nael Khaled al-Barawi, 23, M Sami Said Radwan, 41, M Muayed Taysir al-Khatib, 20, M Manar Khader Issa, 39, F Abdulrahman Sbeiti Azzam, 34, M Mustafa Hassan al-Aabid, 38, M Rafat Mohammad al-Tanani, 39, M Rawiya Fathi al-Tanani, 36, M Suhaib Abdulrahim Ghanem, 25, M Hashem Mohammed al-Zaghi, 21, M Naameh Saleh Ayyesh, 47, F Siham Youssef Ghazara, 66, F Sabreen Nasser Abu Diaa, 28, F Shaima Diab Moussa, 21, F Raed Ibrahim al-Rantisi, 29, M Nisreen Nasser Abu Qaliq, 26, F Khuloud Fouad al-Zamli, 27, F Mohammed Khaled al-Tawashi, 21, M Hussam Bakr al-Haya, 33, M Saqr Abdulmajid al-Haya, 27, M Hadil Mohammed Amn, 19, F Walaa Mohammed Amn, 25, F Warda Mohammed Amn, 22, F Lamia Hassan al-Attar, 27, F Moussa Ghaleb Madi, 25, M Fayza Ahmad Salameh, 44, F Mohammed Ibrahim Amn, 52, M Mahmoud Mohammed Khaled, 25, M Ahmad Mohammed al-Najjar, 33, M Walid Zuheir Abu Shab, 23, M Ahmed Awad al-Nedir , 37, M Abdullah Ashraf Jawdeh, 13, M Youssef Hatem al-Mansi, 23, M Ahmed Hatem al-Mansi, 35, M Mohammed Salem Abu Ayesh, 35, M Saifeddine Abu al-Atta, 19, M Feryal Mohammed Attallah, 40, F Adam Mohammed al-Faraoui, 19, M Said Khaled Abu Ghalyoun, 27, M Ahmed Iyad Fattouh, 22, M Tarek Ziad Abu Hmaidan, 20, M Louai Mohammed Odeh, 55, M Mohammed Ahmed Abhar , 17, M Hazem Adel al-Qamaa, 48, M Zaher Atieh Anbar, 38, M Khaled Salem al-Masalha, 50 , M Riham Fawaz al-Kulk, 33, F Fawaz Ameen al-Kulk, 63, M Abdelhamid Fawaz Kulk, 23, M Sameh Fawaz al-Kulk, 29, M Qusai Sameh al-Kulk, 1, M Ahmed Shukri al-Qulaq, 16, M Mohammed Mueen al-Qulaq, 42, M Ayat Ibrahim al-Qulaq, 19, F Saadieh Youssef al-Qulaq, 84, F Taher Shukri al-Qulaq, 24, M Ezzat Mueen al-Qulaq, 44, M Zeid Ezzat al-Qulaq, 8, M Adam Ezzat al-Qulaq, 4, M Amal Jameel al-Qulaq, 42, F Duaa Umar al-Qulaq, 39, F Bahaa Ameen al-Qulaq, 49, F Ameen Mohammed Hamad al-Qulaq , 90, M Reem Ahmed Abu al-Auf, 41, F Sobhiyeh Ismail Abu al-Auf, 73, F Tawfiq Ismail Abu al-Auf, 80, M Majdieh Khalil Abu al-Auf, 82, F Rawan Alaa Abu al-Auf, 18, F Shaimaa Alaa Abu al-Auf, 21, F Amir Rami al-Efranji, 9, M Yazan Rami al-Efranji, 13, M Rajaa Sobhi al-Efranji , 41, F Mohammed Aouni al-Zaanin, 26, M Mohammed Youssef Abdullah, 31, M Sameh Jihad al-Qadi, 23, M Tarek Mahmoud al-Qadi, 39, M Moath Nabil al-Zaanin, 27, M Hussam Mohammed Abu Harbeed, 37, M Ahmed Fayez Abu Arafat, 29, M Youssef Rafiq al-Baz, 13, M Adeeb Said al-Sourani, 43, M Ahmed Khalil al-Loh, 24, M Mohammed Jamal Abu Semaan, 24, M Mohammed Hassan Abu Semaan, 32, M Ali Walid Breiss, 30, M Ziad Kamel Abu Diar, 54, M Ahmed Ziad Sabah, 29, M Mohammed Nathir Abu Aoun, 19, M Israel Note: Besides those named above, a further two casualties in Israel are still unidentified Sources: Palestinian Authority Ministry of Health, Times of Israel, Arab48, Jerusalem Post, ABC News, India.com. Research by Mohammed al-Hajjar, Shatha Hammad, Chloé Benoist, Huthifa Fayyad and Heba Nasser.

Five martyrs in one moment: Three martyrs in the bombing of a civilian car west of Gaza One martyr in the bombing of a group of citizens in Abasan al-Jadida One martyr in the bombing of the Abu Jalhoum house in the Tuwam area #GazaUnderAttack

الان 5 شهداء في لحظة واحدة، 3 شهداء في قصف لسيارة مدنية غرب غزة شهيد في قصف مجموعة من المواطنين في عبسان الجديدة شهيد في قصف منزل أبو جلهوم في منطقة التوام #GazaUnderAttack

#Urgent Shehab correspondent: The martyr who was killed in the bombing of Abasan al-Jadida in Khan Yunis a short while ago is Ahmed Fayez Arafat, 28 years old. Two other citizens were also injured in the bombing.

#عاجل مراسل شهاب: الشهيد الذي ارتقى في قصف عبسان الجديدة بخانيونس قبل قليل هو أحمد فايز عرفات 28 عاما كمان أصيب مواطنين آخرين في القصف

The young man, Ahmed Arafat, was martyred in the Israeli occupation's bombing of a group of civilians a short while ago. Remember the faces of the martyrs.

الشاب أحمد عرفات الذي استشهد في قصف الاحتلال لمجموعة من المواطنين قبل قليل. احفظوا وجوه الشهداء.

Martyr Ahmed Arafat, who was killed after being targeted by reconnaissance aircraft east of Khan Younis. May God have mercy on him and all the martyrs. #GazaUnderAttack

الشهيد أحمد عرفات الذي استشهد بعد قصف طائرات الاستطلاع له شرق خانيونس الرحمة والمغفرة لك ولجميع الشهداء #غزه_تحت_القصف #GazaUnderAttack

#Photo of the young man Ahmed Arafat, who was killed in the Israeli occupation's bombing of a group of civilians east of Khan Younis, moments ago. #GazaUnderAttack #GazaNow #GazaResists #SwordOfJerusalem #GazaUprising #Palestine #PalestineUprising #Jerusalem #JerusalemUprising #GazaUnderAttack #Gaza

#صورة الشاب أحمد عرفات الذي ارتقى في قصـ ـف الاحـ ـتلال لمجموعة من المواطنين شرق خانيونس، قبل قليل. #غزة_تحت_القصف #غزة_الان #غزة_تقاوم #سيف_القدس #غزة_تنتفض #فلسطين #فلسطين_تنتفض #القدس #القدس_تنتفض #GazaUnderAttak #غزة

Ahmed Fayez Arafat (28 years old) was martyred as a result of the occupation’s bombing of Abasan al-Jadida, south of the Gaza Strip, before noon today.

استشـ هاد أحمد فايز عرفات (28 عاماً) نتيجة قصف الاحتلال لعبسان الجديدة جنوبي قطاع #غزة قبل ظهر اليوم.

#Picture of the young man Ahmed Arafat who was killed in the occupation’s bombing of a group of citizens east of Khan Yunis, a little while ago.

#صورة الشاب أحمد عرفات الذي ارتقى في قصف الاحتلال لمجموعة من المواطنين شرق خانيونس، قبل قليل.

Citizen Ahmed Fayez Arafat was killed when he was targeted by a drone east of Khan Younis.

استشهاد المواطن أحمد فايز عرفات جراء إستهدافه بطائرة بدون طيار شرق خانيونس

Funeral procession for the martyr Ahmed Fayez Abu Arafat. #GazaUnderAttack #GazaUnderAttack

تشييع جثمان الشهيد احمد فايز ابو عرفات. #GazzaUnderAttack #غزة_تحت_القضف

Gaza, May 17, 2021 (WAFA) – In another bloody night of the “criminal and barbaric” aggression against the Gaza Strip, 12 Palestinians were killed in various parts of the Strip after their homes were targeted and assassinations were carried out. Many of those killed last night died when their homes, vehicles, and civilian facilities were targeted. According to multiple sources, the leader Hussam Abu Harbid was assassinated by an airstrike after his home in Beit Hanoun, in the northern Gaza Strip, was targeted. Other Palestinians were killed when a civilian vehicle was targeted at the Abu Hasira intersection, west of Gaza City, in addition to three injuries. Medical sources in Gaza also announced the death of Yahya Mansour Ghabban, who succumbed to wounds he sustained two days earlier. An airstrike targeted the home of the Abu Jalhoum family in the Al-Amoudi area, west of Al-Tuam, in the northern Gaza Strip, killing one Palestinian and injuring several others. Citizen Ahmed Arafat was killed when Israeli forces targeted a group of civilians east of Khan Younis with a reconnaissance missile. Israeli warplanes also carried out an airstrike on the Jabalia refugee camp in the Al-Ajarma area, resulting in one fatality. Another Palestinian was killed in an attack on the Tel al-Zaatar neighborhood in northern Gaza. Citizen Aed Masoud, 24, from Jabalia, was killed by artillery shelling in the Al-Qasasib neighborhood. Two bodies were recovered from an Israeli airstrike targeting a group of children in Deir al-Balah in central Gaza. A third Palestinian was killed after the Al-Baz family home was targeted near Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. Israeli warplanes targeted a house belonging to the Al-Masri family in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, injuring five people, including four children. Eyewitnesses told WAFA news agency that fires broke out at the Maldives resort and several other resorts on the Gaza beach following an airstrike that targeted a car at dawn. Citizen Suleiman Muhanna was seriously injured by shrapnel from artillery shells fired by warplanes at the Wadi al-Salqa area, south of Deir al-Balah in the central Gaza Strip. Warplanes also destroyed the al-Khalidi villa, near the al-Khalidi Mosque, west of Gaza City. A large fire broke out at a sponge factory in the Jabalia refugee camp after it was targeted in an airstrike. Warplanes also targeted a house near the Salim Abu Muslim Mosque in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip; the Abu Suhaib al-Haddad house in the Zeitoun neighborhood of Gaza City; a house belonging to the al-Ladawi family in the Bir al-Na'ja area, west of the Jabalia refugee camp; the Jarada family house in the Shuja'iyya neighborhood, east of Gaza City; another house in the Sabra neighborhood, south of Gaza City; and the Abu Sharikh family house in the al-Faluja area, northern Gaza Strip. The homes of the Fleit family in the Yafa neighborhood of Deir al-Balah in the central Gaza Strip, the Daloul family in the Zeitoun neighborhood of Gaza City, the Madi family west of Deir al-Balah, the Baz family near Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital, the Attar family north of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, the Abu Najja family in the Ma'an area of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, and the Mashal family in Ard al-Ghoul west of Gaza City were also targeted. In the latest development, the Israeli occupation forces informed UN agencies of their intention to bomb the Al-Buraq and Al-Aqsa schools, which were sheltering displaced people near the Palestine Mosque in central Gaza City. — R.W./F.A.

غزة 17-5-2021 وفا- في ليلة دامية أخرى من ليالي العدوان "الإجرامي والهمجي" على قطاع غزة، قضى 12 مواطنا في مناطق مختلفة من القطاع، بعد استهداف منازل المواطنين وتنفيذ عمليات اغتيال. كثيرون ممن التحقوا في ركب الشهداء، الليلة الماضية، قضوا في استهداف منازلهم، وفي استهداف سيارات ومنشآت ومراكز مدنية. وبحسب مصادر متطابقة، فقد اغتيل القيادي حسام أبو هربيد بالطيران الحربي بعد استهداف منزله في بلدة بيت حانون شمال قطاع غزة، فيما قضى مواطنون آخرون بعد استهداف سيارة مدنية على مفترق أبو حصيرة غرب مدينة غزة، بالإضافة إلى وجود ثلاث إصابات. كما أعلنت المصادر الطبية في غزة عن استشهاد المواطن يحيى منصور غبن متأثرا بجروحه التي أصيب بها قبل يومين. وقصف الطيران الحربي منزل لعائلة أبو جلهوم، في منطقة العامودي غرب التوام شمال قطاع غزة، ما أدى إلى استشهاد مواطن ووجود عدة إصابات. واستشهد المواطن أحمد عرفات، في قصف الاحتلال مجموعة من المواطنين شرق خان يونس بصاروخ استطلاع، كما نفذ الطيران الحربي عملية استهداف في معسكر جباليا في منطقة العجارمة، ما أدى إلى سقوط شهيد، الى جانب استشهاد آخر في استهداف لحي تل الزعتر شمالي قطاع غزة. واستشهد المواطن عائد مسعود (24 عاما) من سكان جباليا البلد إثر قصف مدفعي على حي القصاصيب، بالإضافة إلى انتشال شهيدين في قصف إسرائيلي لمجموعة أطفال في دير البلح وسط قطاع غزة، في وقت أعلن فيه عن وجود شهيد بعد استهداف منزل عائلة الباز في محيط مستشفى شهداء الأقصى. واستهدف الطيران الحربي منزلا يعود لعائلة المصري في بلدة بيت لاهيا شمال القطاع، مخلفا خمس إصابات من بينهم أربعة أطفال. ويقول شهود عيان لـ"وفا"، إن حرائق في استراحة المالديف وعدد من الاستراحات الأخرى على شاطئ بحر غزة اندلعت بفعل القصف الأخير الذي استهدف سيارة فجرا. وأصيب المواطن سليمان مهنا بجروح خطيرة إثر إصابته بشظايا قذائف مدفعية أطلقها الطيران الحربي على منطقة وادي السلقا جنوب دير البلح وسط قطاع غزة. وقام الطيران الحربي بتدمير "فيلا" الخالدي، بالقرب من مسجد الخالدي غرب مدينة غزة. واندلع حريق ضخم في مصنع الاسفنج بمخيم جباليا بعد تعرضه لغارة حربية. واستهدفت الطائرات الحربية كلا من منزل في محيط مسجد سليم أبو مسلم في بلدة بيت لاهيا شمال قطاع غزة ومنزل أبو صهيب الحداد في حي الزيتون بمدينة غزة، ومنزل يعود لعائلة اللداوي في منطقة بير النعجة غرب معسكر جباليا، ومنزل عائلة جرادة في حي الشجاعية شرق مدينة غزة، ومنزل آخر في حي الصبرة جنوب مدينة غزة، ومنزل عائلة أبو شرخ في منطقة الفالوجا شمال القطاع. كما تم استهداف منزل لعائلة الفليت في حي يافا في دير البلح وسط القطاع، ومنزل لعائلة دلول في حي الزيتون في غزة، ومنزل عائلة ماضي غرب دير البلح، ومنزل عائلة الباز في محيط مستشفى شهداء الأقصى، ومنزل العطار شمالي رفح جنوب القطاع، ومنزل عائلة أبو النجا في منطقة معن في خان يونس جنوبي القطاع، ومنزل عائلة المسحال في أرض الغول غرب مدينة غزة. وفي أحدث تطور ميداني أبلغ الاحتلال مؤسسات أممية نيته قصف مدرستي البراق والأقصى لإيواء النازحين في محيط مسجد فلسطين وسط مدينة غزة. ـــــ ر.و/ ف.ع

Pro-Palestinian demonstrations took place in several capitals on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. A number of Palestinian civilians were killed and wounded yesterday in separate Israeli airstrikes targeting various areas in the Gaza Strip. Local and medical sources in Gaza reported the death of a young Palestinian man in an Israeli airstrike on the town of Abasan al-Jadida, east of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip. Medical teams recovered the body of a Palestinian martyr and several wounded individuals from under the rubble after warplanes targeted the Abu Jalhoum family home in the al-Tuam area, northwest of Gaza City. Israeli warplanes also targeted a group of civilians near al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah, seriously injuring two brothers. A Palestinian man succumbed to injuries sustained in an artillery shelling two days prior west of Beit Lahia. Additionally, a body was recovered from under the rubble of the Abu Auf building, which was destroyed by Israeli warplanes at dawn yesterday on al-Wahda Street in central Gaza City. Read also: Yemeni army foils infiltration attempt; Several Palestinians killed in Israeli bombing of Gaza; Four Palestinians killed in Gaza raids yesterday; More than 200 killed in a week; Paris conference to support Sudan begins amid participation from the...

مظاهرات مؤيدة للفلسطينيين في عدد من العواصمالثلاثاء 18 مايو 2021استشهد وأصيب عدد من المواطنين الفلسطينيين يوم أمس في قصف إسرائيلي متفرق لعدة مناطق في قطاع غزة. وأفادت مصادر محلية وطبية في غزة باستشهاد شاب فلسطيني في قصف إسرائيلي لبلدة عبسان الجديدة شرقي محافظة خان يونس جنوبي قطاع غزة، وانتشلت الطواقم الطبية من تحت الركام شهيداً فلسطينياً وعدة إصابات جراء استهداف الطيران الحربي لمنزل عائلة أبو جلهوم في منطقة التوام غرب شمال غزة. واستهدف الطيران الحربي الإسرائيلي مجموعة من المواطنين قرب مستشفى شهداء الأقصى في دير البلح مما أدى إلى إصابة طفلين شقيقين بجروح خطيرة. كما استشهد مواطن فلسطيني متأثراً بإصابته في القصف المدفعي قبل يومين غرب بيت لاهيا، كما جرى انتشال شهيد من تحت أنقاض عمارة أبو عوف التي دمرتها طائرات الاحتلال فجر أمس في شارع الوحدة وسط غزة. اقرأ أيضاًالجيش اليمني يفشل محاولة تسلل استشهاد عدد من الفلسطينيين في قصف إسرائيلي على غزةأربعة فلسطينيين ضحايا غارات غزة أمس أكثر من 200 قتيل في أسبوع مؤتمر باريس لدعم السودان يبدأ أعماله وسط مشاركة إق

Martyr Ahmed Fayez Hassan Arafat, a Qassam fighter, preceded his brothers in the field. Qassam - Special: How glorious are the abodes of the martyrs when they ascend upon the beloved soil of Palestine! How could it be otherwise when the price of sacrifice is life itself? Every day a martyr ascends, his soul circling the Al-Aqsa Mosque, offering his deeds purely for the sake of God. They are stars that shine brightly in the sky of the occupied homeland, illuminating the paths of victory for those who follow them with furrows they carved with their bare hands, through which the mujahideen cross the road to liberation and traverse the occupied lands. Birth and Upbringing The martyr Ahmed was born in Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis on February 10, 1992, to a Palestinian family known for its sacrifice and dedication, raising their children to love their homeland and emulate the lives of great resistance fighters. From a young age, our Qassam martyr Ahmed was nicknamed "The Silent One." He was well-mannered, never interfering in anyone's affairs, not even his neighbors'. He was obedient to his parents in everything and was a symbol of his neighborhood, known for its piety. His father used to say of him, "He is not like my other sons. He has a special quality in his silence, his respect, and his shyness towards his parents. He always yearned for martyrdom." Our martyr was of high moral character, polite in his speech with everyone. He was also among the devout worshippers at the mosque, diligent in his prayers, especially Fajr (dawn prayer). He loved all his family, joking with his brothers and sisters, who loved him in return. He was compassionate and merciful, helping the poor as much as he could and sharing in their joys and sorrows. His Studies and Work Our martyr completed his secondary education and also graduated from Al-Aqsa College with a degree in NGO Management. He also studied at Al-Ummah University, majoring in Islamic Studies and Law, and was martyred while pursuing his studies. Throughout his studies, he was an exemplary figure in his commitment and discipline, earning the respect of his classmates, teachers, and friends. During his studies, he advocated for good, called to God, and defended his homeland against tyrants. While attending Al-Mutanabbi School, Ahmed joined the Islamic Bloc for three years and remained active within its ranks throughout his university studies. The Path of Da'wah Martyr Ahmed was a regular at the Ibrahim Khalil al-Rahman Mosque, attending sunrise sessions and improving his recitation of the Holy Quran. He was diligent in performing prayers at the mosque despite his busy schedule of field duties. His commitment to praying in congregation and participating in mosque activities qualified him to join the Qassam Brigades. He participated in the mosque's media department and was keen to visit those observing i'tikaf (seclusion for worship) there, demonstrating the people's support for the mujahideen in the path of God. He was also keen on maintaining good relations with everyone. Later, through the mosque, he joined the Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas. He was eager to host gatherings of the brothers in his home adjacent to the mosque, and he was distinguished by his hospitality and generosity. It is worth mentioning that the martyr's father was imprisoned by the occupation while working inside (Israel), and was subsequently expelled because of his son Ahmed's activities in the Qassam Brigades. The Zionist intelligence contacted the martyr and threatened to arrest his father. Mujahid Qassami Our martyr joined the ranks of the Qassam Brigades in 2010, at his own request. He possessed high military capabilities and field skills that qualified him to be among the elite. Ahmed completed several courses, from the first to the fourth level, including first-level artillery training, navigation, sniping (up to level two), and infantry training. Among his most prominent acts of resistance were: _ Participation in advanced guard duty on the eastern front. _ Participation in digging Qassam tunnels. _ Participation in the battles of Operation Pillar of Defense (2012 and 2014). _ Participation in Operation Sword of Jerusalem (2021). His Martyrdom Our martyr was called upon to fire 120mm mortar rounds. He remained at the location for a week, refusing to leave to visit his family. He also refused to attend the funeral of his martyred uncle, Majid Abu Saada, remaining on his assigned mission. His comrades repeatedly urged him to leave, and he expressed deep sorrow at the time. He ultimately decided to stay and complete his task. On May 17, 2021, the martyr received the order to fire. He immediately advanced, carrying his first round, and fired it. He then insisted on firing the second round. While withdrawing from the location, he was targeted by a missile from a reconnaissance aircraft. Our martyr met his Lord, facing the enemy, defending the sanctuary of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It is worth mentioning that during Operation Protective Edge, our martyr was with the elite Qassam Brigades forces who defended the area during the incursion. He was besieged in the Khuza'a area, pursued by the Zionist enemy from house to house until he escaped thanks to God. God Almighty, by a miracle. The martyr's miracles: The good reputation of our martyr spread throughout the Gaza Strip, reaching all its people. His family received messages from mayors, doctors, and anonymous individuals who loved his life and whose pictures captivated them with their stories of resistance. Some even saw Ahmed in their dreams, saying, "I am among the houris in Paradise," and asking them to protect his daughter from the cold. Despite the war, his funeral was the largest ever held, and rockets were fired during the funeral prayers.

الشهيد القسامي/ أحمد فايز حسن عرفاتيسابق إخوانه في الميدان القسام - خاص: كم هي عظيمة منازل الشهداء حين يرتقوا على ثرى فلسطين الحبيبة، كيف لا وثمن التضحية هو النفس، ففي كل يوم يرتقي شهيد يطوف بروحه حول المسجد الأقصى ليرفع عمله خالصاً لله، فهم نجوم تتلألأ في سماء الوطن المحتل، ينيرون لمن بعدهم دروب النصر بأخاديد نقبوها بأظافرهم ليعبر خلالها المجاهدون طريق التحرير وجوس الديار المحتلة. الميلاد والنشأة ولد الشهيد أحمد في مستشفى ناصر في مدينة خانيونس، وذلك بتاريخ 1992/02/10م، لعائلة فلسطينية مجاهدة عرف عنها التضحية والفداء تربي أبناءها على حب الوطن وسير المجاهدين الكبار.لقّب شهيدنا القسامي أحمد منذ صغره بالصامت، وكان حسن الخلق، لا يتدخل في شؤون أحد حتى جيرانه، وكان مطيعا لوالديه في كل شيء، وكان رمزا للحي الذي يسكنه كونه الأكثر التزاما، وكان والده يقول عنه هو ليس كغيره من أبنائي، له سمة خاصة في سكوته واحترامه، وخجله من والديه، وكان دوما طالبا للشهادة.كان شهيدنا رفيع الأخلاق، مهذب في الحديث مع عامة الناس، كما أنه كان من بين الملتزمين في المساجد المحافظين على الصلوات وخاصة صلاة الفجر، وكان محبا لجميع أهله، فيمزح مع أخوته واخواته يحبهم ويحبونه، وكان عطوفا رحيما يساعد الفقراء بما استطاع ويشارك في الأفراح والأحزان. دراسته وعمله أنهى شهيدنا دراسة الثانوية العامة، كما أنه أنهى دراسته في كلية الأقصى في تخصص إدارة المنظمات الغير حكومية، ودرس أيضا في جامعة الأمة في تخصص علوم شرعية وقانون واستشهد وهو قيد الدراسة.وخلال دراسته، كان مثالًا يحتذى به، في الالتزام والانضباط، فنال احترام زملائه ومعلميه، وأصدقائه، وكان خلال مراحله الدراسية، يدعو إلى الخير والدعوة إلى الله، وحماية الأوطان من أرباب الطغيان.خلال دراسة أحمد في مدرسة المتنبي التحق في صفوف الكتلة الإسلامية لمدة ثلاث سنوات، وكان نشيطا في صفوف الكتلة الإسلامية خلال فترة دراسته في الجامعة أيضا. ركب الدعوة التزم الشهيد أحمد في مسجد إبراهيم خليل الرحمن في جلسات الشروق، وتحسين تلاوة القرآن الكريم، وكان محافظا على الصلوات في المسجد رغم انشغالاته في دوام الضبط الميداني، والتزام شهيدنا بأداء الصلوات جماعة في المسجد، والتزامه بالأنشطة المسجدية أهّله للالتحاق بكتائب القسام.شارك شهيدنا في إدارة الإعلام في المسجد، وكان حريصا على زيارة المرابطين المعتكفين في المسجد في صورة تبين التفاف الناس حول المجاهدين في سبيل الله، وكان شهيدنا حريصا على أن تربطه علاقة طيبة بالناس كافة.بعدها التحق شهيدنا بحركة المقاومة الإسلامية حماس عن طريق المسجد، وكان يحرص على استضافة الجلسات الإخوانية في بيته المجاور للمسجد، وكان متميزا في ضيافتهم وإكرامهم.ويذكر أن والد شهيدنا سجن عند الاحتلال عندما كان يعمل في الداخل، ومن ثم تم طرده بسبب نشاط ابنه الشهيد أحمد في القسام، فقد تم الاتصال من قبل المخابرات الصهيونية على الشهيد وتهديده باعتقال والده. مجاهد قسامي التحق شهيدنا في صفوف كتائب القسام عام 2010م، وذلك بناء على طلبه الانضمام للكتائب، وامتلك شهيدنا قدرات عسكرية عالية، ومهارة ميدانية أهلته لأن يكون في صفوف النخبة، وتلقى أحمد عدة دورات من مستوى أول نخب حتى الرابع، مستوى أول في وحدة المدفعية، دورة ملاحة، دورة قنص حتى المستوى الثاني، دورة مشاة.ومن أبرز أعماله الجهادية: _ شارك في الرباط المتقدم على ثغور المنطقة الشرقية._ شارك في حفر الأنفاق القسامية._ شارك في معركتي حجارة السجيل والعصف المأكول2012و2014._ شارك في معركة سيف القدس 2021م. استشهاده تم استدعاء شهيدنا في مهمة إطلاق قذائف هاون من عيار 120، وقد مكث في المكان أسبوعا رافضا المغادرة للمعايدة على أهله، كما رفض الخروج للمشاركة في جنازة خاله الشهيد ماجد أبو سعادة، وبقي في المهمة الموكلة إليه، وقد أصر عليه إخوانه بالمغادرة أكثر من مرة، وأبدى حينها حزنا شديدا وكان له ما أراد بالبقاء في المكان لتنفيذ مهمته.17-05-2021م، تم إبلاغ الشهيد بإيعاز الرماية وعلى الفور تقدم حاملا قذيفته الأولى وقام بإطلاقها، ومن ثم قام مصرا على رماية القذيفة الثانية الأخرى، وأثناء انسحابه من المكان تم استهدافه بصاروخ من طائرة الاستطلاع، ليلقى ربه شهيدنا مقبلا غير مدبر، مدافعا عن مسرى الحبيب محمد صلى الله عليه وسلم.ويذكر لشهيدنا أنه خلال معركة العصف المأكول كان مع قوات النخبة القسامية التي دافعت عن المنطقة أثناء التوغل، حيث حوصر في منطقة خزاعة، وطارده العدو الصهيوني من بيت إلى بيت حتى نجا بفضل الله_ عز وجل_ بأعجوبة. كرامات الشهيد انتشرت سيرة شهيدنا الحسنة في أرجاء القطاع عند كافة الناس، وتلقى أهله رسائل من رؤساء بلديات، وأطباء، وأناس لم يتم التعرف عليهم، لأنهم أحبوا سيرة شهيدنا، ومن كان يرى صورته يعشق تاريخه الجهادي.ومنهم من رأى أحمد في منامه وهو يقول أنا بين الحور العين في الجنة، ويطلب منهم أن يغطوا ابنته من الجو البارد، ورغم الحرب إلا أن جنازته كانت الأكبر، وخرجت رشقات من الصواريخ أثناء الصلاة على الشهيد.

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#Photos | The Qassam martyr, the Mujahid/ Ahmed Fayez Hassan Arafat, from Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip, who was martyred during the Battle of #Sword_of_Jerusalem

#صور | الشهيد القسامي المجاهد/ أحمد فايز حسن عرفات ، من خانيونس جنوب قطاع غزة ، والذي استشهد خلال معركة #سيف_القدس

May 17, 2021: Ahmad Fayez Arafat, 29, was killed by an Israeli missile in the southern part of the Gaza Strip. Media sources said an Israeli drone fired a missile at several Palestinians, killing Ahmad and wounding many others. The Israeli army fired at night and during the day, hundreds of missiles, and shells into many parts of the Gaza Strip, hitting many buildings, public facilities, roads, and infrastructure, in addition to many homes, residential and commercial towers, killing dozens of Palestinians and injuring more. Media sources in Gaza said many of the slain Palestinians are families that were killed by Israeli missiles targeting their homes or apartment buildings. At least twelve additional Palestinians, including children and women, were killed in the latest wave of Israeli aggression. In addition, the army assassinated a senior political leader of the Islamic Jihad, identified as Husam Abu Harbeed, after firing a missile at his home near Abu Haseera Junction, west of Gaza city, in addition to killing two other Palestinian, and wounding three, after firing a missile at their car in the same area. At least one Palestinian from the Abu Jalhoum family was killed, and many others were injured by Israeli missiles, west of the al-Amoudi area, in northern Gaza. At least one Palestinian from the Abu Jalhoum family was killed, and many others were injured by Israeli missiles, west of the al-Amoudi area, in northern Gaza. Ahmad was from Abasan al-Kabeera town, near Khan Younis, in the southern part of the Gaza Strip. Source: IMEMC Post navigation

Martyr Ahmed Fayez Hassan Arafat, a Qassam fighter, preceded his brothers in the field. Qassam - Special: How glorious are the abodes of the martyrs when they ascend upon the beloved soil of Palestine! How could it be otherwise when the price of sacrifice is life itself? Every day a martyr ascends, his soul circling the Al-Aqsa Mosque, offering his deeds purely for the sake of God. They are stars that shine brightly in the sky of the occupied homeland, illuminating the paths of victory for those who follow them with furrows they carved with their bare hands, through which the mujahideen cross the road to liberation and traverse the occupied lands. Birth and Upbringing The martyr Ahmed was born in Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis on February 10, 1992, to a Palestinian family known for its sacrifice and dedication, raising their children to love their homeland and emulate the lives of great resistance fighters. From a young age, our Qassam martyr Ahmed was nicknamed "The Silent One." He was well-mannered, never interfering in anyone's affairs, not even his neighbors'. He was obedient to his parents in everything and was a symbol of his neighborhood, known for its piety. His father used to say of him, "He is not like my other sons. He has a special quality in his silence, his respect, and his shyness towards his parents. He always yearned for martyrdom." Our martyr was of high moral character, polite in his speech with everyone. He was also among the devout worshippers at the mosque, diligent in his prayers, especially Fajr (dawn prayer). He loved all his family, joking with his brothers and sisters, who loved him in return. He was compassionate and merciful, helping the poor as much as he could and sharing in their joys and sorrows. His Studies and Work Our martyr completed his secondary education and also graduated from Al-Aqsa College with a degree in NGO Management. He also studied at Al-Ummah University, majoring in Islamic Studies and Law, and was martyred while pursuing his studies. Throughout his studies, he was an exemplary figure in his commitment and discipline, earning the respect of his classmates, teachers, and friends. During his studies, he advocated for good, called to God, and defended his homeland against tyrants. While attending Al-Mutanabbi School, Ahmed joined the Islamic Bloc for three years and remained active within its ranks throughout his university studies. The Path of Da'wah Martyr Ahmed was a regular at the Ibrahim Khalil al-Rahman Mosque, attending sunrise sessions and improving his recitation of the Holy Quran. He was diligent in performing prayers at the mosque despite his busy schedule of field duties. His commitment to praying in congregation and participating in mosque activities qualified him to join the Qassam Brigades. He participated in the mosque's media department and was keen to visit those observing i'tikaf (seclusion for worship) there, demonstrating the people's support for the mujahideen in the path of God. He was also keen on maintaining good relations with everyone. Later, through the mosque, he joined the Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas. He was eager to host gatherings of the brothers in his home adjacent to the mosque, and he was distinguished by his hospitality and generosity. It is worth mentioning that the martyr's father was imprisoned by the occupation while working inside (Israel), and was subsequently expelled because of his son Ahmed's activities in the Qassam Brigades. The Zionist intelligence contacted the martyr and threatened to arrest his father. Mujahid Qassami Our martyr joined the ranks of the Qassam Brigades in 2010, at his own request. He possessed high military capabilities and field skills that qualified him to be among the elite. Ahmed completed several courses, from the first to the fourth level, including first-level artillery training, navigation, sniping (up to level two), and infantry training. Among his most prominent acts of resistance were: _ Participation in advanced guard duty on the eastern front. _ Participation in digging Qassam tunnels. _ Participation in the battles of Operation Pillar of Defense (2012 and 2014). _ Participation in Operation Sword of Jerusalem (2021). His Martyrdom Our martyr was called upon to fire 120mm mortar rounds. He remained at the location for a week, refusing to leave to visit his family. He also refused to attend the funeral of his martyred uncle, Majid Abu Saada, remaining on his assigned mission. His comrades repeatedly urged him to leave, and he expressed deep sorrow at the time. He ultimately decided to stay and complete his task. On May 17, 2021, the martyr received the order to fire. He immediately advanced, carrying his first round, and fired it. He then insisted on firing the second round. While withdrawing from the location, he was targeted by a missile from a reconnaissance aircraft. Our martyr met his Lord, facing the enemy, defending the sanctuary of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It is worth mentioning that during Operation Protective Edge, our martyr was with the elite Qassam Brigades forces who defended the area during the incursion. He was besieged in the Khuza'a area, pursued by the Zionist enemy from house to house until he escaped thanks to God. God Almighty, by a miracle. The martyr's miracles: The good reputation of our martyr spread throughout the Gaza Strip, reaching all its people. His family received messages from mayors, doctors, and anonymous individuals who loved his life and whose pictures captivated them with their stories of resistance. Some even saw Ahmed in their dreams, saying, "I am among the houris in Paradise," and asking them to protect his daughter from the cold. Despite the war, his funeral was the largest ever held, and rockets were fired during the funeral prayers.

الشهيد القسامي/ أحمد فايز حسن عرفاتيسابق إخوانه في الميدان القسام - خاص: كم هي عظيمة منازل الشهداء حين يرتقوا على ثرى فلسطين الحبيبة، كيف لا وثمن التضحية هو النفس، ففي كل يوم يرتقي شهيد يطوف بروحه حول المسجد الأقصى ليرفع عمله خالصاً لله، فهم نجوم تتلألأ في سماء الوطن المحتل، ينيرون لمن بعدهم دروب النصر بأخاديد نقبوها بأظافرهم ليعبر خلالها المجاهدون طريق التحرير وجوس الديار المحتلة. الميلاد والنشأة ولد الشهيد أحمد في مستشفى ناصر في مدينة خانيونس، وذلك بتاريخ 1992/02/10م، لعائلة فلسطينية مجاهدة عرف عنها التضحية والفداء تربي أبناءها على حب الوطن وسير المجاهدين الكبار.لقّب شهيدنا القسامي أحمد منذ صغره بالصامت، وكان حسن الخلق، لا يتدخل في شؤون أحد حتى جيرانه، وكان مطيعا لوالديه في كل شيء، وكان رمزا للحي الذي يسكنه كونه الأكثر التزاما، وكان والده يقول عنه هو ليس كغيره من أبنائي، له سمة خاصة في سكوته واحترامه، وخجله من والديه، وكان دوما طالبا للشهادة.كان شهيدنا رفيع الأخلاق، مهذب في الحديث مع عامة الناس، كما أنه كان من بين الملتزمين في المساجد المحافظين على الصلوات وخاصة صلاة الفجر، وكان محبا لجميع أهله، فيمزح مع أخوته واخواته يحبهم ويحبونه، وكان عطوفا رحيما يساعد الفقراء بما استطاع ويشارك في الأفراح والأحزان. دراسته وعمله أنهى شهيدنا دراسة الثانوية العامة، كما أنه أنهى دراسته في كلية الأقصى في تخصص إدارة المنظمات الغير حكومية، ودرس أيضا في جامعة الأمة في تخصص علوم شرعية وقانون واستشهد وهو قيد الدراسة.وخلال دراسته، كان مثالًا يحتذى به، في الالتزام والانضباط، فنال احترام زملائه ومعلميه، وأصدقائه، وكان خلال مراحله الدراسية، يدعو إلى الخير والدعوة إلى الله، وحماية الأوطان من أرباب الطغيان.خلال دراسة أحمد في مدرسة المتنبي التحق في صفوف الكتلة الإسلامية لمدة ثلاث سنوات، وكان نشيطا في صفوف الكتلة الإسلامية خلال فترة دراسته في الجامعة أيضا. ركب الدعوة التزم الشهيد أحمد في مسجد إبراهيم خليل الرحمن في جلسات الشروق، وتحسين تلاوة القرآن الكريم، وكان محافظا على الصلوات في المسجد رغم انشغالاته في دوام الضبط الميداني، والتزام شهيدنا بأداء الصلوات جماعة في المسجد، والتزامه بالأنشطة المسجدية أهّله للالتحاق بكتائب القسام.شارك شهيدنا في إدارة الإعلام في المسجد، وكان حريصا على زيارة المرابطين المعتكفين في المسجد في صورة تبين التفاف الناس حول المجاهدين في سبيل الله، وكان شهيدنا حريصا على أن تربطه علاقة طيبة بالناس كافة.بعدها التحق شهيدنا بحركة المقاومة الإسلامية حماس عن طريق المسجد، وكان يحرص على استضافة الجلسات الإخوانية في بيته المجاور للمسجد، وكان متميزا في ضيافتهم وإكرامهم.ويذكر أن والد شهيدنا سجن عند الاحتلال عندما كان يعمل في الداخل، ومن ثم تم طرده بسبب نشاط ابنه الشهيد أحمد في القسام، فقد تم الاتصال من قبل المخابرات الصهيونية على الشهيد وتهديده باعتقال والده. مجاهد قسامي التحق شهيدنا في صفوف كتائب القسام عام 2010م، وذلك بناء على طلبه الانضمام للكتائب، وامتلك شهيدنا قدرات عسكرية عالية، ومهارة ميدانية أهلته لأن يكون في صفوف النخبة، وتلقى أحمد عدة دورات من مستوى أول نخب حتى الرابع، مستوى أول في وحدة المدفعية، دورة ملاحة، دورة قنص حتى المستوى الثاني، دورة مشاة.ومن أبرز أعماله الجهادية: _ شارك في الرباط المتقدم على ثغور المنطقة الشرقية._ شارك في حفر الأنفاق القسامية._ شارك في معركتي حجارة السجيل والعصف المأكول2012و2014._ شارك في معركة سيف القدس 2021م. استشهاده تم استدعاء شهيدنا في مهمة إطلاق قذائف هاون من عيار 120، وقد مكث في المكان أسبوعا رافضا المغادرة للمعايدة على أهله، كما رفض الخروج للمشاركة في جنازة خاله الشهيد ماجد أبو سعادة، وبقي في المهمة الموكلة إليه، وقد أصر عليه إخوانه بالمغادرة أكثر من مرة، وأبدى حينها حزنا شديدا وكان له ما أراد بالبقاء في المكان لتنفيذ مهمته.17-05-2021م، تم إبلاغ الشهيد بإيعاز الرماية وعلى الفور تقدم حاملا قذيفته الأولى وقام بإطلاقها، ومن ثم قام مصرا على رماية القذيفة الثانية الأخرى، وأثناء انسحابه من المكان تم استهدافه بصاروخ من طائرة الاستطلاع، ليلقى ربه شهيدنا مقبلا غير مدبر، مدافعا عن مسرى الحبيب محمد صلى الله عليه وسلم.ويذكر لشهيدنا أنه خلال معركة العصف المأكول كان مع قوات النخبة القسامية التي دافعت عن المنطقة أثناء التوغل، حيث حوصر في منطقة خزاعة، وطارده العدو الصهيوني من بيت إلى بيت حتى نجا بفضل الله_ عز وجل_ بأعجوبة. كرامات الشهيد انتشرت سيرة شهيدنا الحسنة في أرجاء القطاع عند كافة الناس، وتلقى أهله رسائل من رؤساء بلديات، وأطباء، وأناس لم يتم التعرف عليهم، لأنهم أحبوا سيرة شهيدنا، ومن كان يرى صورته يعشق تاريخه الجهادي.ومنهم من رأى أحمد في منامه وهو يقول أنا بين الحور العين في الجنة، ويطلب منهم أن يغطوا ابنته من الجو البارد، ورغم الحرب إلا أن جنازته كانت الأكبر، وخرجت رشقات من الصواريخ أثناء الصلاة على الشهيد.