In the heart of Derl Bella, a once vibrant girls' school now stands as a haunting reminder of war's brutality. This educational sanctuary, now repurposed as a makeshift field hospital and shelter, has witnessed the death of dozens, including the narrowly escaped man who recounted his story with a mix of gratitude and sorrow. "God bestowed his Mercy on us; thank God my family is okay," he said, a stark contrast to the fate of others in this war-torn region.