The conflict between Hamas in the Gaza Strip and Israel is having an effect on some Middle Eastern families living in eastern Carolina.

Many of them are hearing about the war from their relatives who are still there. One man we spoke to says one of his relatives was killed in the conflict. Another man, from Jerusalem says border lockdown, has caused suffering to those living in Gaza. He tells us his children and grandchildren are still there and have no food, electricity or jobs.

Many of the Palestinians tell us they just want the right to basic needs, while Israelis fear Hamas is a militant organization, which will create more unrest.