Heavy rain hits tent camps in Gaza, demand for aid increases

Heavy rainfall has flooded tens of thousands of tents for displaced people in Gaza, worsening an already dire situation. UNICEF's Jonathan Veitch highlights that Israeli restrictions on heavy machinery imports exacerbate the crisis. The Gaza Civil Protection Agency received around 1,500 emergency calls within ten hours of the rain starting, with water levels rising significantly in shelters. The UN budget cuts limit the supply of essential materials like tarps and tents. Approximately 90% of Gaza's population is displaced, facing inadequate access to clean water and sanitation. Despite a ceasefire, violations continue, resulting in significant casualties among civilians.