Severe weather in Gaza hits vulnerable and wounded most in Israel’s war
Summary
Severe winter weather in Gaza has worsened living conditions for many people, particularly those who are injured, children, and the elderly. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has left a large number of people homeless and with limited access to essential supplies and services. International pressure is increasing on Israel to allow more humanitarian aid into the region.Key Facts
- Winter weather has increased the hardships for people in Gaza, especially the vulnerable groups.
- Many residents are displaced due to ongoing conflict and living in damaged shelters.
- Injuries from conflict make it difficult for individuals to cope with the cold, as seen in cases like nine-year-old Assad al-Madhna.
- 80% of buildings in Gaza are reported destroyed or damaged, leaving 1.5 million people without homes.
- Humanitarian aid is restricted, with only 60,000 tents provided out of more than 300,000 needed.
- Israel's ban on some international NGOs has drawn international criticism and concerns over worsening the humanitarian crisis.
- The UN Secretary-General called for lifting restrictions on aid to Gaza to alleviate suffering.
- Temperatures in Gaza have dropped to between 8 and 12 degrees Celsius (46 to 53 degrees Fahrenheit), adding to the hardships.
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