Families in Israel and Gaza share their stories

The Documentary from the BBC World Service presents conversations with families affected by the conflict between Israel and Gaza. The podcast features George and Yael, an Israeli couple living near the Gaza border, who recount their experiences during the October 7th attack and their determination to rebuild their community. It also includes an interview with Basil, a neurosurgeon in Gaza, and his daughter Layan, who fled to Egypt. They discuss the difficulties of communication, the destruction in Gaza, and their conflicting desires for the future, with Layan longing to return and help rebuild, while Basil expresses his despair and wish to leave Gaza for a more peaceful life for his children.