Al Jazeera News Updates Housing collapse in Gaza, Israeli forces raid Occupied West Bank
Dec 17, 2025
Housing challenges intensify in Gaza, with homes collapsing under bombardment and storms, putting displaced families at risk. Disabled individuals face dire conditions in makeshift shelters, exacerbated by harsh weather. Meanwhile, raids by Israeli forces in the West Bank escalate, leading to school closures and rising casualties since early October. Reports reveal significant injuries and arrests. In international news, Venezuela condemns U.S. actions regarding an oil tanker blockade, highlighting ongoing tensions between the two nations.
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Widespread Housing Collapse In Gaza
- Gaza's damaged housing stock keeps collapsing after two years of relentless Israeli bombardment and recent winter storms.
- Local authorities report 107 structures fell and 90% of shelters flooded, leaving many buildings unsafe.
Family Rescued After Roof Collapse
- Civil defense teams rescued six family members, including two children, after a roof caved in at Al Shati refugee camp.
- Hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians shelter in structurally unsafe buildings.
Shelter Deliveries Are Being Blocked
- Israel is blocking entry of mobile homes and sustainable shelters into Gaza despite an October ceasefire agreement.
- Authorities warn at least 500 buildings remain at risk of collapse without adequate shelter solutions.