A Palestinian journalist and mother recounts surviving Gaza’s genocide, where the press vest became a target, motherhood became terror, and staying alive did not feel like salvation.

Every day here is a turning point; every moment, every step outside the house could mean returning safely—or not. A journalist may be injured or arrested at any time.” This statement by journalist Khaled Bdeir succinctly captures the harsh reality of practicing journalism in the West Bank, particularly after October 7.