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Gaza's Twins: A Heartbreaking Tale of Survival

11/13/2025

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The documentary "Gaza’s Twins, Come Back to Me," directed by Mohammed Sawwaf, premieres at the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam.
It chronicles Rania's experience of giving birth to triplets during the Israeli invasion of Gaza in 2023, where one baby dies and the surviving twins, Jowan and Hamoud, face health challenges.
The film spans 16 months, emphasizing themes of displacement and family bonds, while showcasing Rania's struggles and the twins' care by their aunt, Nisreen.

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The documentary "Gaza’s Twins, Come Back to Me," directed by Mohammed Sawwaf, premieres at the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam.
It chronicles Rania's experience of giving birth to triplets during the Israeli invasion of Gaza in 2023, where one baby dies and the surviving twins, Jowan and Hamoud, face health challenges.
The film spans 16 months, emphasizing themes of displacement and family bonds, while showcasing Rania's struggles and the twins' care by their aunt, Nisreen.