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Exam Time in Gaza, Amid Uncertainty and Displacement for 18-Year-Old Student Dana Shabat
An 18-year-old Gaza girl, who lives in a tent and hasn't attended school for years, will take high school graduation exams this week, marking possibly the most important period of her life.
In Gaza's Deir el-Balah, 18-year-old Dana Shabat is preparing for a pivotal moment in her life: high school graduation exams despite facing significant challenges, including no school due to ongoing conflict and living in a tent. As an exceptional student, Dana is determined to achieve academic success. The exams represent a major milestone in her life, one that could impact her future opportunities. For Dana and thousands of other young Gazans, the outcome will be closely watched.
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