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Italy Offers Scholarships to 180 Gaza Students Amid Conflict

2/15/2026

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Italy has launched a program offering scholarships to more than 180 students from Gaza.
The initiative is part of the Italian Universities for Palestinian Students project.
It aims to support students whose academic futures were devastated by war.
Students Yahya Nasrallah and Fares Al Farra express gratitude but face emotional tolls from leaving their families behind.
They hope to rebuild their lives and advocate for continued support for Palestinian students.

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Italy has launched a program offering scholarships to more than 180 students from Gaza.
The initiative is part of the Italian Universities for Palestinian Students project.
It aims to support students whose academic futures were devastated by war.
Students Yahya Nasrallah and Fares Al Farra express gratitude but face emotional tolls from leaving their families behind.
They hope to rebuild their lives and advocate for continued support for Palestinian students.