Heavy Rain Floods Displaced Palestinians in Gaza

Heavy rainstorms are exacerbating the plight of displaced Palestinians in Gaza as they endure a deadly military campaign, with over 45,500 casualties reported since October 7, 2023. The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) highlights that the harsh weather has flooded more than 100 tents, severely damaging shelters in Khan Younis, and leaving families vulnerable as they lack basic necessities. Tragically, at least seven people, including six infants, have already died from hypothermia, underscoring the dire humanitarian crisis. The United Nations has described the living conditions as a 'pre-death stage', especially for children suffering from severe malnutrition. Amid the ongoing conflict, aid access remains severely restricted, and the situation is expected to worsen with continued rain and low temperatures. The international community faces increasing pressure to respond to the humanitarian disaster as Israel continues its military operations amidst allegations of war crimes.