United Nations: 17,000 families in Gaza affected by the recent weather system.

The United Nations stated that 17,000 families in the Gaza Strip have been affected by the weather system and rainfall over the past few days.

The United Nations added in a statement last night that children in Gaza are sleeping in the rain without appropriate clothing, and many of them are suffering from malnutrition and weakened immunity.

It confirmed that the Israeli occupation has destroyed most of the essential infrastructure, making the Gaza Strip unable to cope with the harsh weather conditions, and that damage to sewage networks, roads, and vital facilities has exacerbated the daily suffering of citizens.

It clarified that the heavy rains have caused the destruction of thousands of tents housing the displaced, which has led to the displacement of more families and deprived them of temporary shelter during the severe cold.

It emphasized the urgent need to allow the immediate entry of aid and equipment necessary to repair the damaged infrastructure, especially water and sewage networks.