Israeli strikes displace families and ignite fires in Gaza City's Shati camp

Israeli airstrikes targeting Gaza City’s Shati refugee camp have forced dozens of families to abandon their homes, according to local authorities and humanitarian groups monitoring the area. The attacks, which occurred on Saturday afternoon, damaged several residential blocks and destroyed essential infrastructure, prompting residents to seek shelter in makeshift tents and nearby schools that have been converted into temporary relief centers.

Humanitarian agencies reported that the displaced families are facing shortages of water, food, and medical supplies, while the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs called for immediate access to the camp to deliver aid. The escalation comes amid a broader intensification of hostilities in the Gaza Strip, with both sides citing security concerns. Officials emphasized that the situation remains volatile and that efforts to provide assistance to the affected population are ongoing.