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A Palestinian resident of Gaza discusses the Israeli pullout (4min)

Correspondent Jennifer Ludden talks about the Israeli withdrawal from Gaza with Khalil Bashir, a Palestinian who lives next to one of the settlements. Bashir has had to share his home with Israeli army troops for the past five years and explains why he hasn't moved, despite safety concerns for his family.
Read entire article at NPR "All Things Considered"