L’Aquila was our first stop in Italy, large parts of the city were rebuilt after the 2009 earthquake which killed 300 people. Full of history and warmth, the city reminded us that with steadfastness, Gaza will be rebuilt too.
We had an amazing evening screening the film, meeting so many kind people, and connecting with a packed room. Thank you to everyone who came out and made us feel so welcome.
Grazie, L’Aquila 🇮🇹 Looking forward to seeing you again soon ❤️
Four months on the road.. After an incredible 7th place finish in Thailand that earned Palestine 44 points, our first race in Belgium dropped us back to 24th. We were determined not to leave empty-handed, so we changed strategies.
Alaa rose to the challenge, climbing 4 positions to finish 20th in our next race and securing a single point for Palestine.
Setbacks are part of the journey. A few years ago, we would have never imagined earning a point at this level. Now the standard keeps rising, but this team keeps finding a way. Together, we’ve already earned more than 230 points for Palestine this year 🇵🇸
Gaza Sunbirds
Alaa and Asfour both lost their leg but continue to inspire and compete at paracycling events representing Palestine.
For @gazasunbirds at the World Cup in Gistel.
#GazaSunbirds
Praise be to God who honored us today by achieving seventh and eighth place in the Thailand Championship, me and my friend Captain Alaa Al-Dali. This is our first achievement, and we always aspire to better things with your support, raising the Palestinian flag despite all the difficulties.
This is just the beginning, and what's to come, God willing, is even better🇵🇸
Today's training session in Thailand was with me, Captain Alaa El-Daly, and Captain Mahdi. The atmosphere was electric, the training intense, and the focus was high as we prepare for the championship on March 19th and 21st. Work continues, and the goal is clear: to give our best and fight until the end. 💪🔥
أحلام العصر ❤️😅
أخيرًا التقينا بباقي الفريق لأول مرة، بعد ما كان كل واحد في بلد مختلف. اليوم إحنا متواجدين في السعودية للمشاركة في البطولة الآسيوية للدراجات. أول مشاركة إلنا على مستوى آسيا، وكلنا عزيمة وإرادة نرفع اسمنا ونمثل فلسطين بأفضل صورة.
Afternoon dreams ❤️😅
Finally, we met the rest of the team for the first time after each of us had been in a different country. Today, we are in Saudi Arabia to take part in the Asian Cycling Championship. This is our first participation at the Asian level, and we are all driven by determination and the will to represent Palestine in the best possible way.
Scuba diving in Jordan and reflecting on how far we’ve come this year.
Even though 2025 was so bittersweet, we were reminded that freedom is possible for us and for our people. 🇵🇸
غوص سكوبا في الأردن، ووقفة مع النفس نفكّر فيها قديش قطعنا شوط كبير هالسنة.
رغم إنّ 2025 كانت سنة حلوة وموجعة بنفس الوقت، بس رجّعتنا نؤمن إنّ الحرية ممكنة إلنا ولشعبنا. 🇵🇸
This is Palestinian life. This is the life of a Palestinian child, raised on pain, oppression, and loss. The loss of family, wars, and genocide that stole his laughter and innocence. Have you had your children’s childhood stolen like the Palestinian child?
وهذه حياة الفلسطيني وهذه حياة طفل الفلسطيني بتربى على الوجع والقهر والفقدان الأهل والحروب والابادات انسلبت منه ضحكته وطوفلته هل أنتم انسلبت منكم طفلتكم كم زي الطفل الفلسطيني?
