A Palestinian mother stands in the ruins of her home, consumed by flames and memories, after Israeli occupation forces destroyed her house. The once lively space has become a haunting reminder of loss, where the lines between martyrdom and imprisonment blur, and death mingles with waiting. The family, once together, faced a tragic incursion that transformed a moment of togetherness into a bloody enigma.

Nearly two years ago, on February 23, 2024, members of the Madi family gathered in their home that was later invaded by occupation forces, leading to a brutal attack that left behind a charred structure and an unresolved crime scene. In the aftermath, the mother returned to find skeletal remains, representing her lost children. The civilian defense teams struggled to identify the remains in the wake of such violence, with the circumstances surrounding the deaths remaining obscure.

The return of the mother to the site marks a painful confrontation with her loss as she reflects on the absence of her daughters, including 20-year-old Malak. Amidst the heartbreak, death certificates have been issued for four young women, entangled in the tragic narrative of violence and loss that defines their reality. The story underscores the broader implications of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, where familial bonds are shattered and lives are forever altered in an ongoing struggle.