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Gaza children fear flying kites will provoke Israeli military response
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Israel has classified kites flown in Gaza as "acts of war" and instructed its army to treat them as drones, according to Mondoweiss. The sweeping designation has created widespread confusion and fear among Palestinian children, who struggle to understand which everyday activities might trigger a military response. The policy effectively transforms a common childhood pastime into a potential source of danger.
Muhammad Owais, 13, expressed bewilderment about navigating the restrictions imposed by the new rules. "I don't know what we can do that won't anger Israel," he said, capturing the uncertainty that young Palestinians now face in determining what behavior might be considered safe under the current military framework. His words underscore the broader impact the restrictions have had on daily life for children in Gaza.
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