The film Farha on Netflix, which depicts the Nakba, has been criticized for its late and isolated portrayal of the event, absence of political context, and reliance on orientalist tropes. The film's narrative fails to build a strong story or situate the Nakba as the context for the crimes shown, and the visual content perpetuates stereotypes of the Arab world. The film's storytelling flounders by isolating the protagonist from her community and the collective struggle, promoting a hyper-individualistic narrative that aligns with American liberalism.

Musicians in the Gaza Strip face severe restrictions under Hamas rule, which limits their ability to perform and develop their careers. The police enforce conservative interpretations of Sharia, requiring permits for cultural events and often banning mixed-gender attendance. Sol Band, a local music group, has been particularly affected, with members choosing to leave Gaza or turn to social media to reach audiences. Female musicians like Rahaf Shamaly face additional gender-based prohibitions. Despite some informal allowances for liberal practices, Hamas shows little tolerance for cultural activities involving music and mixed attendance.

Palestinian women in Gaza face violence exacerbated by patriarchal norms, internal political divides, and Israel's blockade, which restricts movement and goods. The blockade contributes to high rates of gender-based violence, economic depression, and shifts in gender roles, increasing domestic tensions. Unemployment and poverty lead to men failing to fulfill traditional roles, forcing women to become providers. Exposure to violence and military operations increases intimate partner violence. The blockade also limits access to medical services, with women facing additional barriers due to relations with Hamas members. Addressing women's needs and achieving gender equality in Gaza requires lifting the blockade and resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Palestinian journalist Hind Khoudary recounts the harrowing events she witnessed during Gaza’s Great Return March on May 14, 2018, where Israeli forces killed 64 demonstrators. She describes the chaos, injuries, and deaths, including the story of 23-year-old Bashir Faraj who lost his leg. Khoudary emphasizes the Palestinians' right to protest the blockade that has led to unemployment, poverty, and depression in Gaza. Despite the political weaponization of the march, she vows to continue reporting on the plight of the people in Gaza.

Gaza's children are enduring severe trauma from witnessing violence and losing family members amid the Great March of Return protests. The protests, a response to the Israeli blockade and the US embassy's move to Jerusalem, have resulted in the deaths of at least 40 children and injuries to over 1,600 since March 2018. The psychological impact on the youth includes bedwetting, nightmares, and depression. Despite receiving some psychological support, the children's trauma persists, with many still in need of psychosocial aid. The political context of occupation and the lack of a political solution exacerbate the mental health crisis, leaving an entire generation emotionally damaged.

Israeli authorities have faced criticism following the death of Palestinian prisoner Faris Baroud in Rimon prison without receiving adequate medical care. Baroud, who was serving a life sentence since 1991 for killing an Israeli settler, had been suffering from health issues, including hernias and liver disease. Despite regulations requiring medical assistance for prisoners, Baroud's health reportedly deteriorated, with inmates claiming he was denied necessary care. The Palestinian Ministry of Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs and Baroud's family have expressed frustration over the lack of cooperation from Israeli authorities regarding prisoners' health status. The ministry has sought an autopsy and the return of Baroud's body to his family in Gaza. Since 1967, over 60 Palestinian prisoners have died in Israeli jails due to healthcare negligence.

The article reports on the mourning in Khan Younis, Gaza Strip, for Razan al-Najjar, a 21-year-old Palestinian paramedic killed by Israeli fire during the Great March of Return protests. Najjar had been treating the wounded for 10 weeks and was shot in the chest during a protest. Her death has sparked sorrow and condemnation, with thousands attending her funeral, including many medical workers. The Gazan health ministry reported that 100 people were wounded on the same day, with 40 by live ammunition. Najjar's mother accused Israeli snipers of deliberately targeting her daughter. The article also mentions that Najjar is the second paramedic killed since the protests began, with 223 paramedics injured and 37 ambulances targeted. The Gazan health ministry's spokesman called for international intervention to stop the killing of protesters, civilians, paramedics, and journalists.

Late on Sunday, an Israeli special forces operation in the Gaza Strip resulted in the deaths of seven Palestinians, including a Hamas military commander, and one Israeli soldier. The incursion, which involved a vehicle chase and a helicopter rescue, led to a series of Israeli air strikes and further violence with Hamas firing rockets into southern Israel. The operation's purpose remains unclear, but it has been speculated to be an intelligence-gathering mission that went awry. The incident has raised questions in Gaza about Israeli capabilities and intentions, especially given the ongoing truce talks between Hamas and Israel. The violence has escalated with additional casualties on both sides following the operation.

Nine unarmed protesters, including Palestinian video journalist Yasser Murtaja, were killed by Israeli snipers during the second Friday of Gaza's 'March of Return' demonstrations. Murtaja, who was clearly marked as press, was shot while filming the protests. The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported that Murtaja died from stomach wounds, among 79 critically injured that day. Murtaja's mother and wife expressed their sorrow, while his colleagues emphasized the importance of covering the protests to reveal the truth to the world.