From the Editor.

The text from the Journal of Palestine Studies recounts the harrowing experiences of Halima, a Palestinian elder who has endured displacement, violence, and loss throughout her life. From being expelled from her village in 1948 to facing ongoing Israeli military assaults in 2024, Halima's story reflects the broader struggles of Palestinian elders in the Gaza Strip. The text highlights the devastating impact of Israeli military actions on Palestinian elders, including chronic illness, famine, and mass incarceration. It also underscores the resilience and dignity of Palestinian and Lebanese elders in the face of ongoing violence and dispossession, urging readers to remember their historical and revolutionary legacies. [Extracted from the article]