The image shows a Palestinian woman named Inas Abu Maamar holding the lifeless body of her 5-year-old niece, Saly, who was killed in an Israeli strike. In this heartbreaking moment of grief, the woman cradles the child wrapped in a shroud, her head bowed and wearing a headscarf. The photo captures the profound loss experienced by countless families on both sides of the Israel-Hamas war, with many children losing their lives. The photographer, Mohammad Salem, was deeply moved by this scene, recognizing its significance in depicting the broader tragedy unfolding in Gaza. Despite the chaos and confusion, Inas refused to let go of her beloved niece’s body. The emotional impact of the photo was amplified for Salem, as he had recently become a father himself. Reuters later interviewed Inas at her home in Khan Younis, where she shared the devastating loss of not only Saly but also her mother, sister, uncle, and aunt. Inas described how Saly would visit her grandmother’s house on her way to kindergarten, always requesting her aunt to take pictures of her. Inas now cares for Saly’s surviving brother, Ahmed, who was outside the house during the strike. Ahmed, now living with Inas, mourns his sister’s absence and shows little interest in playing. The pain and tragedy depicted in the photo serve as a reminder of the devastating toll of war on innocent lives.