Interfaith tolerance in Palestine: The Story of Bang onim's journey and relief efforts

Gaza, Palestine—the situation in Gaza shows the difference in the treatment of groups such as Hamas. Although Hamas was able to secure funding for the missiles without being hit by the boycott, Indonesia is experiencing a period of boycotts affecting various sectors. This creates inequalities in financial support between groups in Gaza and conditions in Indonesia. Unlike the general perception in Indonesia, in Gaza there are no Palestinian fighters roaming around with weapons in the city. This reflects differences in perceptions of conflict and highlights the importance of understanding the wider context before making judgments. Tolerance Between Religions: Bang Onim, an Indonesian citizen living in Palestine since 2010, highlighted the importance of Indonesia learning about interfaith tolerance from the Palestinian people. Despite the complex conflict, Palestinians continue to show tolerance through joint activities during Ramadan and Easter. Bang Onim's life in Palestine: Bang Onim, who is active in the humanitarian field, faces his unique journey in Palestine. He married a Palestinian woman after experiencing rejection from several previous female candidates.

His personal experiences provide insight into life amid ongoing conflict. Experiences during the war in Gaza: Bang Onim shared his experiences during the war in Gaza, including difficult evacuations and critical situations in hospitals. The Israeli side is said to have used phosphorus bombs, which caused significant damage in the region. This highlights the humanitarian impact of the ongoing conflict. Perceptions of Hamas: Perceptions of Hamas vary. In Palestine, citizens who show nationalism or love for Palestine are considered terrorists by the Israeli side. However, Hamas retains the support of some Palestinians who feel that the group is fighting for their rights. Aid plan for Palestine: Bang Onim has the intention of providing assistance to the Palestinians, especially to the Christian Brothers in the Gaza Strip. Facilitation efforts are underway to channel aid from Indonesia to Palestine, with a meeting arranged at the Bang Onim office. This is a concrete step to help those directly affected by the conflict in the region.