10-month Israeli assault destroys Gaza water facilities, escalating civilian suffering and disease risks.

Israel's 10-month-long assault has led to the destruction of the Canada Water reservoir in Rafah, southern Gaza, and other water facilities, worsening the civilian population's suffering and risking disease spread. Over 70% of Gaza's water and sanitation facilities have been destroyed or damaged, with children forced to drink from puddles and wade through sewage pools. Human rights experts accuse Israel of using water supply as a weapon.

August 23, 2024
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