The recent return of Mariam Moeen Awwad to her family's home in Jabaliya, Gaza, after being displaced three times by war, is marked by her hope to find a routine amidst the damage. Despite the lack of television, she plans to keep up with the Palestinians competing in the Paris Olympics through her father's phone. For many Palestinians enduring the devastation in Gaza, the Olympics are a means to amplify their voice and concerns to the world. However, the scarcity of electricity makes it nearly impossible for Gazans to keep up with the outside world. In the Israeli-occupied West Bank, there is a sense of promise and resilience surrounding the Olympics, with many hoping the Palestinian team will convey the nation's pain and ongoing war and draw attention to their cause. Despite facing challenges, many Palestinians view the mere participation of their athletes in the Games as a form of resistance, representing their desire to live.