Summary
A United Nations expert has urged Israel to allow tents and caravans into Gaza to provide shelter for displaced Palestinians who have returned to find their homes destroyed. A ceasefire was recently declared, ending a two-year conflict that heavily damaged Gaza. The expert warned that recovery from the destruction will take generations.
Key Facts
- A UN expert called for Israel to allow humanitarian tents and caravans into Gaza.
- Many returning Palestinians found their homes and neighborhoods in Gaza destroyed.
- Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire, ending a two-year conflict.
- Over 67,700 people have died due to the conflict since October 2023.
- The UN reported 92% of Gaza's residential buildings have been damaged or destroyed.
- Tents and caravans planned for delivery were previously blocked due to Israel's blockade.
- The term “domicide” was used to describe the destruction of homes in Gaza.
