Plestia Alaqad

Plestia Alaqad, a Gazan-born writer and social-media reporter, shares her harrowing experiences during the 2023 Gaza war. She discusses the challenges of reporting from a region labeled an open-air prison, while also exploring the complexities of journalistic terminology like IDF versus IOF. Plestia addresses the controversial Al-Ahli Hospital incident, emphasizing the need for verified accounts. The conversation delves into the nuances of labeling the conflict as genocide and the impact of occupation, revealing the resilience of Gazan life amidst chaos.