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Muhammad is only 12 yet he already has to work. Each morning at 7am he takes to Gaza’s streets, where he sells sandwiches from a little stall.

“I have no choice,” he said. “Our house was completely destroyed in last year’s war.”

Because of that destruction, Muhammad had to help support his family. Consisting of five girls, four boys and their parents, the family now lives in a rented flat.

Muhammad earns approximately 30 shekels ($7.70) per day, all of which he hands over to his parents, who have no regular income.

After working for a few hours in the morning, Muhammad goes to school. His older brother takes over the stall until Muhammad’s classes end.

“I like my school,” said Muhammad. “I know that getting a good education is my surest way for a decent life. But this is life in Gaza. It’s a kind of living hell.”

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