A young kite-maker in Gaza has expressed deep concern after Israeli officials warned that flying kites could now be considered an act of hostility. The boy, who has spent years crafting and flying kites as a hobby, fears the new policy may force him to abandon a cherished pastime. The threat comes amid heightened tensions in the region, where kites have previously been used to carry flammable materials across borders. The boy’s statement highlights the broader impact of military rhetoric on daily civilian life.


A 10-year-old boy who makes kites says he is afraid to fly them after Israel threatened to treat kites as acts of war.