Severe cold and flooding have worsened the plight of millions of displaced Palestinians in Gaza, killing 17 people, including four children. Aid agencies warn that Israeli restrictions are blocking delivery of emergency shelters and life-saving assistance in the besieged area. Continuous rain has flooded around 90% of temporary shelters, leaving displaced families exposed to harsh […]
displaced Palestinians
UN warns 800,000 displaced in Gaza at flood risk
The United Nations has warned that heavy rains in the Gaza Strip have put nearly 800,000 displaced Palestinians at serious flood risk. Tens of thousands of tents have been inundated, and storm-related deaths, including a baby girl, have already been reported. Aid materials such as sandbags and timber are being blocked from entering, worsening the […]
Gazans battle ruins to survive harsh winter
As winter deepens in Gaza, displaced Palestinians return daily to the shattered remains of their homes to pull out iron rods buried under layers of concrete. These metal bars have become essential for building makeshift tents or selling for a small income, as the enclave struggles through a devastating post-war reality. Moreover, residents say the […]
Winter rains drown Palestinian refugee shelters in Gaza
Heavy rains in the Gaza Strip have caused floods, submerging thousands of tents housing displaced Palestinians. Many are facing harsh winter storms without strong shelters. Humanitarian groups warn of a worsening crisis as the cold season begins. According to Reuters, most of Gaza’s population of 2 million has been displaced following Israel’s two-year ground and […]