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Gaza Faces Destruction and Displacement Amid Heavy Rainfall

12/16/2025

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  • Heavy rainfall in Gaza caused widespread destruction, including collapsed buildings and at least one death.
  • The Gaza Health Ministry reported that a two-week-old baby died from hypothermia.
  • Emergency workers warned against congregating in damaged structures.
  • Most of Gaza's 2 million residents remain displaced, living in tents or damaged buildings.
  • The Israeli military says 270,000 tents and supplies have entered Gaza, while aid groups call for more help, especially for winter.