Gaza, devastated by nearly five months of conflict, is hoping for a truce. Despite international outrage and condemnation, nothing can stop the Israeli war machine.

RFI collected testimonies which reflect the suffering of the inhabitants of the Palestinian enclave. In Gaza, “we live like in a film about the end of the world”, testifies this resident. The sadness is endless. It is insurmountable,” laments the healthcare professional. “I would have preferred to die. Why stay alive? Why this suffering? It's so hard,” says Abu Mohamed.