I am helping my friend Bilal raise money for his family so that they can survive the current situation they have been put under. Belal and I have spoken for at least a year and him and his family have been through unfathomable hardships. Belal's brother was injured in a bombing and needs surgery urgently on his leg to offset any permanent damage.

From Bilal:

"My name is Bilal, and I am writing this as a desperate plea for help. My family is currently being crushed by the weight of war and injury. We are not just living in a tent under the freezing rain and storms; we are fighting a daily battle to keep our loved ones alive.

The Situation is Critical:

Severe Injuries: I have family members with critical injuries from the bombings who require urgent, complex, and life-saving surgeries. These operations are extremely expensive, and we have no way to pay for them.

Daily Medical Costs: I am solely responsible for the daily medical expenses, medications, and wound care for the injured. Every day is a struggle to provide even the most basic medical supplies.

Total Loss: We have lost our home, our belongings, and our income. We are displaced, freezing, and exhausted.

I am not just asking for charity; I am asking for a lifeline. I cannot watch my family suffer and fade away because we cannot afford them"