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LIVE UPDATES: Palestinians struggle to access clean water in Gaza amid Israeli attacks

Palestinians are carring jerry cans of water distributed by tankers to their tents in Buraij Camp, Gaza on 18 April, 2025, as access to clean water and sanitation infrastructure remains severely disrupted due to ongoing Israeli attacks.

Gaza genocide

  • 557 Days
  • 51,025 Killed
  • 116,432 Wounded
  • 11,000 Missing
Last updated: April 16, 2025

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