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Gaza child’s autoimmune condition triggered amid Israel’s war. (2026, October 7). Al Jazeera. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/7/gaza-childs-autoimmune-condition-triggered-amid-israels-war?traffic_source=rss
“Gaza child’s autoimmune condition triggered amid Israel’s war.” Al Jazeera, 7 Oct. 2026, https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/7/gaza-childs-autoimmune-condition-triggered-amid-israels-war?traffic_source=rss.
“Gaza child’s autoimmune condition triggered amid Israel’s war.” Al Jazeera, October 7, 2026. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/7/gaza-childs-autoimmune-condition-triggered-amid-israels-war?traffic_source=rss.
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A 12-year-old girl named Lana Al-Sharif in Gaza developed an autoimmune condition that altered her appearance due to the impact of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza. The condition was triggered during what some describe as a "genocidal war," causing Lana to express a desire for peace so she can play with other children again. This case highlights how prolonged violence affects not only physical but also mental health among young civilians in conflict zones.