The Israeli occupation forces are continuing their violations of the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, with local sources reporting that a woman was injured by gunfire in the Qatar camp, located in Hamad City, north of Khan Younès. The incident occurred on November 8, 2026, as the forces targeted the homes of citizens and tents of displaced persons in different areas of southern Gaza.
The flooding of over 70,000 tents for displaced persons has worsened the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza due to the winter depression and rainfall. Hundreds of thousands of displaced individuals lack proper shelter and are being forced to endure the cold and rain in worn-out and dilapidated tents that offer minimal protection.
Palestinian factions and forces have held the Israeli occupation entirely responsible for the worsening humanitarian disaster in Gaza. They have requested that the National Management Commission of Gaza immediately visit the disaster site and assume responsibility. The factions have also called on mediators and guaranteeing parties to pressure Israel to adhere to its humanitarian commitments.
The situation in Gaza has been further exacerbated by the ongoing restrictions on the entry of shelter equipment and materials needed for the rehabilitation of destroyed infrastructure and homes. The rains and meteorological depression pose a direct threat to the lives of thousands of families, particularly children, women, and the elderly.
In a joint statement released on November 8, 2026, Palestinian factions emphasized that the rain and cold have aggravated the suffering of over two million Palestinians living with the consequences of war, destruction, and blockade. Hundreds of thousands of displaced persons are facing winter in flooded and muddy tents, lacking safe shelters, heating means, and dignified living conditions.
The Israeli occupation forces also conducted a large-scale campaign of incursions and searches in different areas of the Jenin and Nablus governorates in the West Bank at dawn on November 8. The operations were accompanied by arrests among citizens, searches of homes and businesses, and deployments in several streets and neighborhoods.
According to the Gaza Ministry of Health, since the ceasefire took effect on October 10, 2025, 1,610 Palestinians have been killed and 5,819 others injured. The Ministry of Education has also reported the deaths of 14 students, four teachers, and three education sector employees in October alone, with two schools completely destroyed.
Key points
- Israeli forces continue to violate the ceasefire in Gaza, targeting displaced persons' tents and causing widespread flooding.
- The humanitarian situation in Gaza has worsened due to the flooding of over 70,000 tents and the ongoing restrictions on the entry of essential materials.
- Palestinian factions have held Israel responsible for the worsening humanitarian disaster in Gaza and have called for immediate action to address the crisis.
