Thursday, March 26, 2026 · Updated Thursday, March 26, 2026
Khan Yunis, Palestine
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, stands as a stark and somber testament to the devastating impact of urban conflict. A series of powerful images document a landscape profoundly reshaped by violence, where multi-story residential buildings are reduced to skeletal remains and entire districts lie buried under mountains of rubble. This is a place where daily life for its inhabitants, particularly its children, unfolds against a backdrop of widespread destruction, highlighting a profound humanitarian crisis.
This image depicts a scene of widespread urban destruction in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under a partly cloudy sky. In the foreground, a sandy, debris-strewn ground covers a flat area, interspersed with small rocks, concrete fragments, and sparse patches of green vegetation.
Dominating the right side of the frame is a heavily damaged multi-story residential building, light tan in color. Its facade is pockmarked with numerous small holes, consistent with bullet impacts or shrapnel. Windows are shattered or missing, and sections of the concrete structure are peeled away, exposing interiors. On one of the damaged upper floors, a blue and white tarp bearing the UNICEF logo is visible in a window opening, below which yellow and blue items of clothing are hanging on a line.
Towards the midground, massive piles of concrete rubble, twisted rebar, and shattered building materials indicate collapsed structures, forming a chaotic landscape of debris. Behind these rubble piles and extending into the background are multiple other multi-story residential buildings. These buildings, mostly tan with decorative arched motifs around balconies and windows, also display significant damage, including dark scorch marks, collapsed sections, and missing windows. On the roof of a prominent building in the mid-left, a large cellular antenna tower is visible against the sky. The overall environment shows extensive structural compromise across a dense urban area. No individuals are visible in the scene.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 9:58 AM
One poignant image captures approximately 15-20 children, predominantly boys, gathered on a sandy, dusty clearing. Their presence amidst the debris-strewn ground, with a rectangular outline in the sand suggesting a makeshift play area, speaks volumes about resilience in the face of adversity. Behind them, a massive mound of collapsed concrete slabs and twisted rebar dominates the midground, a stark reminder of a building that once stood.
The image depicts a devastated urban landscape in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory. In the background, multiple multi-story apartment buildings stand severely damaged. The most prominent building on the left is a light-beige structure with brown accent panels, featuring ornate white window frames, balconies with balustrades, and a large decorative arch on its upper right facade. This building, along with others behind it, exhibits extensive pockmarking from impacts across its exterior walls and numerous shattered or missing windows. The lower floors of the main building are critically compromised, with entire sections of walls collapsed, exposing debris-strewn interiors and twisted structural elements.
In the midground, a significant area is covered by large piles of rubble and concrete debris, indicating the complete destruction or collapse of previous structures. Between these ruins and the foreground, a makeshift encampment is visible, comprising approximately 15-20 temporary shelters. These shelters are constructed from various materials including white and blue tarpaulins, brown canvas, and patterned fabrics, varying in size and shape. One white tent shows what appears to be a "UN" logo.
The ground surrounding the shelters is sandy and uneven, with scattered refuse, small patches of green vegetation, and informal dirt pathways. No individuals are visibly present in the scene. The sky is overcast with a mix of grey and white clouds.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 9:58 AM
The surrounding urban fabric is severely compromised. Multi-story apartment buildings, once homes, now stand with pockmarked facades, shattered windows, and gaping breaches revealing their interiors. Some structures bear scorch marks, while others have entire sections collapsed, exposing twisted structural elements. Despite the devastation, small signs of life persist; clothes hang to dry on an exposed balcony, and a white panel, possibly from a relief organization like UNICEF, is affixed to a damaged window.
The image depicts a devastated urban landscape in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under a sky with scattered white cumulus clouds. The foreground shows a sandy-brown terrain interspersed with rubble and debris. In the lower-left, a light-colored tent is partially covered by a blue tarp, with additional blue fabric nearby. The midground is dominated by a massive mound of collapsed concrete and rebar, indicating a completely destroyed structure. To the right, the lower section of a building exhibits heavy damage, with yellow fabric hanging from its exterior.
In the background, a series of multi-story apartment buildings, approximately eight to ten floors tall, line the horizon. These structures show extensive damage, including numerous shattered windows, exposed darkened interiors, and widespread impact marks on their facades. Several buildings display charred sections, indicating fire damage. Black water tanks are visible on many rooftops. A prominent building in the center features a decorative arched element on an upper floor, also showing signs of damage. Cellular communication towers with multiple antennae are mounted on the rooftops of two buildings, one centrally located and another on the far right. The building on the far right edge of the frame is heavily damaged, with visible rebar and broken window frames, and its facade displays multiple perforations consistent with bullet or shrapnel impact. No individuals are visible in the scene.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 9:59 AM
The image depicts an urban landscape in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, characterized by extensive structural damage and temporary displacement shelters. In the background, severely damaged multi-story residential buildings stand, exhibiting collapsed sections, exposed interiors, shattered windows, and visible rebar. One building on the left shows a large section of its facade missing across multiple floors, while a taller building on the right, though less damaged, still presents signs of wear and broken windows.
The mid-ground is dominated by a vast expanse of rubble and debris, consisting of large, fractured concrete slabs, twisted metal, and pulverized building materials, forming an uneven, sloping terrain. This debris field extends from the damaged buildings towards the foreground.
In the foreground, a cluster of makeshift shelters and tents is established on a patch of earthy ground with sparse grass. Notable structures include several canvas tents of varying sizes, one prominently covered by a large white tarp. Adjacent to these, a white temporary structure, possibly a latrine or wash station, features the blue "UNICEF" logo and is surrounded by a low metal fence. Nearby, a blue tarp covers undefined items, and a mangled blue metallic frame, possibly from a chair or cart, lies on the ground amidst additional debris. No individuals are visible in the scene. The overall lighting suggests an overcast day.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 9:59 AM
The aerial and elevated views further underscore the scale of the catastrophe. Makeshift encampments, constructed from various tarpaulins and fabrics, are erected among the ruins, providing temporary shelter for displaced families. These scenes reveal not just physical destruction, but a community striving to endure amidst unimaginable loss, with communication towers and water tanks on rooftops standing as silent witnesses to the ongoing struggle.
A multi-story residential or commercial building in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, displays extensive structural damage. The light brown/beige facade is riddled with numerous circular impact holes consistent with bullet or shrapnel strikes. Large sections of the building's exterior walls and balconies are either missing or severely damaged, exposing internal rooms.
On various levels, windows are shattered, missing, or covered with makeshift materials, including dark fabric, a patterned blue sheet, and white tarpaulins. Several white tarpaulins visibly bear the UNICEF logo, serving as coverings for exposed interiors or window openings. Laundry, including yellow, blue, and red garments, is hanging to dry on clotheslines strung across damaged balcony areas on multiple floors. Exposed interiors contain visible debris, twisted metal, and household items. Balconies with intact balustrades on the right side also show hanging clothes and debris.
The ground level features an arched entryway leading to a tiled floor, which is partially covered in water and debris. A red fire extinguisher box is mounted on the wall near an entrance on the far right. The immediate foreground consists of a dense field of broken concrete, bricks, and general construction rubble, with sparse patches of green vegetation. In the background, additional damaged or demolished buildings are visible under a partly cloudy sky. No individuals are present in the scene.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 9:59 AM
An overhead view captures a severely damaged urban landscape in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under an overcast sky with scattered clouds. In the background, multiple multi-story residential buildings display extensive structural damage, including large sections of missing walls, exposed interiors, shattered windows, and numerous impact marks. Several buildings feature decorative arched elements on their facades, and rooftops are equipped with numerous water tanks and at least one communication tower/antenna array. Laundry is visible hanging from balconies and windows of some damaged structures, and a UNICEF-branded tarpaulin is affixed to a partial balcony on the right.
The mid-ground is dominated by a vast mound of concrete and rebar rubble, the remnants of a completely collapsed building. To the left of this rubble pile, two temporary shelters, one grey tent and one blue tarp, are pitched on sparse ground. The foreground consists of a large, sandy, open area, irregularly shaped, with scattered debris and sparse vegetation. A rectangular outline, possibly a playing field, is drawn into the sand.
Numerous individuals are present in the sandy area. A group of approximately 10-12 children and young adults are standing and interacting on the right side of the sand field. Three smaller children are crouched on the upper right side. One individual is seated on a concrete block near the mid-left. In the lower left foreground, two adult males are seated on rubble, partially obscured by a dark vertical object, with another adult male standing nearby. A "Galaxy A14" watermark is visible in the bottom left corner of the image.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:31 AM
This image captures an open, sandy area in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, surrounded by heavily damaged and partially collapsed multi-story buildings. The ground is light brown soil with scattered piles of concrete rubble, smaller debris, and sparse green vegetation. A rectangular outline, approximately 3x2 meters, is drawn in the sand in the central-left portion of the frame.
Approximately 18-20 children are distributed across the scene. A primary group of about 12 children, predominantly boys, is gathered around the sand rectangle in the center-left, with one child interacting with a medium-sized, dark-furred dog. Another child in dark clothing sits on a concrete block near this group. Three younger children are seated on the ground in the upper-center, and a girl in a yellow shirt stands nearby. In the mid-right, two boys walk, one carrying a white ball. One boy stands alone in the mid-right.
In the lower-left foreground, an adult male, dressed in dark clothing and light trousers or a robe, stands observing the scene. A severely damaged white sedan, with its roof and rear section collapsed, is visible amidst rubble in the upper-right background. Laundry is hanging on a balcony of a partially standing building in the background, which exhibits exposed interiors and pockmarks on its facade.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:31 AM
These collective memories portray Khan Yunis as a city grappling with the profound aftermath of war. The juxtaposition of children playing amidst such widespread devastation provides a harrowing yet vital insight into the human cost of conflict, demanding attention and reflection on the humanitarian challenges faced in this besieged urban environment.
An overhead view captures a group of approximately 19 individuals, primarily children and young males, gathered on a sandy, unpaved ground in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory. The ground features rough, hand-drawn lines forming irregular square or rectangular patterns, suggesting an area for games. The immediate foreground and background areas are strewn with rubble, broken concrete, small rocks, and scattered debris, indicating a desolate or damaged environment. Patches of sparse green vegetation are visible.
Individuals are scattered across the scene. On the far left, an individual in dark clothing stands. In the left-center, a cluster of about nine individuals, including an adult male in a gray and green jacket and several younger males in various long-sleeved shirts and pants, are gathered. One young boy in a yellow shirt stands prominently within this group. An adult male in dark clothing stands with his back partially to the camera, slightly right of the main left cluster.
Towards the center-right, a young boy in a red, black, and white shirt stands with hands on hips, facing left. A young boy in dark attire is barefoot nearby. To their right, two young boys in dark hoodies stand facing away. Further right, a young boy in a blue hoodie and tan pants stands facing right, while another young boy in a blue shirt with dark pants on the far right gestures with an extended right arm towards a young girl. This girl, dressed in a yellow long-sleeved shirt and light brown pants, stands facing him, holding a small object in her hands. Another young boy in a dark blue hoodie is crouched on the ground to the right. In the upper right background, amidst a dense area of rubble, another individual is seated on the ground. Distinct shadows are cast from the individuals to their lower right, indicating direct sunlight.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:31 AM
The image captures a scene of extensive urban destruction in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under a partially cloudy sky. In the foreground, approximately 15-20 children, predominantly boys, are present on a sandy, dusty clearing. A rectangular outline is visible in the sand, suggesting a play area. The children are dressed in various casual attire, engaging in diverse activities such as standing, observing, and squatting. Two adults are partially visible at the bottom left.
The midground is dominated by a large, irregular mound of collapsed concrete slabs, rebar, and general construction debris, indicating a demolished building. A blue tarp is partially visible on the far left of this debris pile.
In the background, several multi-story residential buildings are visible. The building on the immediate right is severely damaged, with multiple floors exposing interiors through large breaches in its facade. Bullet or shrapnel marks are numerous across its exterior walls. Clothes hang to dry on one exposed balcony, and a white panel, potentially from a relief organization, is affixed to another. To the left, a series of multi-story buildings, while mostly standing, display significant damage including shattered windows, missing balcony railings, and pockmarked facades. Rooftops are equipped with multiple black water tanks and communication masts, including a prominent lattice tower with antennas on the tallest building. One building exhibits evidence of charring near an upper window. The overall scene reflects substantial structural devastation interspersed with elements of daily activity.
From an elevated angle, the video shows a group of children and an adult in a sandy, unpaved area. There are about 15 children, most dressed in casual clothing like hoodies and jackets. An adult stands among them wearing a striped sweater.
The group is standing on a ground that has been marked with lines, possibly for a game or activity. Some of the children are moving around, one child is running. A person sits to the left watching the group. The ground is dirty, with visible debris and sparse vegetation. In the background, there is what appears to be an area covered with rocks. The shot is somewhat obstructed at the bottom by what looks like part of a building structure.
This image depicts a scene of widespread urban destruction in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under a partly cloudy sky. In the foreground, a sandy, debris-strewn ground covers a flat area, interspersed with small rocks, concrete fragments, and sparse patches of green vegetation.
Dominating the right side of the frame is a heavily damaged multi-story residential building, light tan in color. Its facade is pockmarked with numerous small holes, consistent with bullet impacts or shrapnel. Windows are shattered or missing, and sections of the concrete structure are peeled away, exposing interiors. On one of the damaged upper floors, a blue and white tarp bearing the UNICEF logo is visible in a window opening, below which yellow and blue items of clothing are hanging on a line.
Towards the midground, massive piles of concrete rubble, twisted rebar, and shattered building materials indicate collapsed structures, forming a chaotic landscape of debris. Behind these rubble piles and extending into the background are multiple other multi-story residential buildings. These buildings, mostly tan with decorative arched motifs around balconies and windows, also display significant damage, including dark scorch marks, collapsed sections, and missing windows. On the roof of a prominent building in the mid-left, a large cellular antenna tower is visible against the sky. The overall environment shows extensive structural compromise across a dense urban area. No individuals are visible in the scene.
The image depicts an outdoor scene in the city of Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, featuring approximately two dozen individuals, primarily children and young adolescents, gathered on an unpaved, light brown sandy ground. In the central foreground, two young males are engaged in a physical grappling interaction, with one participant positioned atop another who lies on the ground. A semi-circular arrangement of observers, consisting mainly of children and teenagers dressed in casual clothing such as hoodies and tracksuits, surrounds this central activity. Multiple pairs of sandals are visible on the ground near the group. Other individuals include a child running to the right, a child seated in the upper left holding a white spherical ball, and an adult male standing with his back to the camera on the left perimeter of the gathering. The background reveals scattered rubble and debris.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:32 AM
The image depicts a devastated urban landscape in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory. In the background, multiple multi-story apartment buildings stand severely damaged. The most prominent building on the left is a light-beige structure with brown accent panels, featuring ornate white window frames, balconies with balustrades, and a large decorative arch on its upper right facade. This building, along with others behind it, exhibits extensive pockmarking from impacts across its exterior walls and numerous shattered or missing windows. The lower floors of the main building are critically compromised, with entire sections of walls collapsed, exposing debris-strewn interiors and twisted structural elements.
In the midground, a significant area is covered by large piles of rubble and concrete debris, indicating the complete destruction or collapse of previous structures. Between these ruins and the foreground, a makeshift encampment is visible, comprising approximately 15-20 temporary shelters. These shelters are constructed from various materials including white and blue tarpaulins, brown canvas, and patterned fabrics, varying in size and shape. One white tent shows what appears to be a "UN" logo.
The ground surrounding the shelters is sandy and uneven, with scattered refuse, small patches of green vegetation, and informal dirt pathways. No individuals are visibly present in the scene. The sky is overcast with a mix of grey and white clouds.
A group of about twenty young people are gathered in a sandy, garbage-strewn lot. Most are standing around the perimeter, observing two boys grappling on the ground in the center of the group. Some individuals are wearing hoodies, and others wear casual clothing. The surrounding environment appears to be an urban area with visible debris and litter.
The image depicts a devastated urban landscape in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under a sky with scattered white cumulus clouds. The foreground shows a sandy-brown terrain interspersed with rubble and debris. In the lower-left, a light-colored tent is partially covered by a blue tarp, with additional blue fabric nearby. The midground is dominated by a massive mound of collapsed concrete and rebar, indicating a completely destroyed structure. To the right, the lower section of a building exhibits heavy damage, with yellow fabric hanging from its exterior.
In the background, a series of multi-story apartment buildings, approximately eight to ten floors tall, line the horizon. These structures show extensive damage, including numerous shattered windows, exposed darkened interiors, and widespread impact marks on their facades. Several buildings display charred sections, indicating fire damage. Black water tanks are visible on many rooftops. A prominent building in the center features a decorative arched element on an upper floor, also showing signs of damage. Cellular communication towers with multiple antennae are mounted on the rooftops of two buildings, one centrally located and another on the far right. The building on the far right edge of the frame is heavily damaged, with visible rebar and broken window frames, and its facade displays multiple perforations consistent with bullet or shrapnel impact. No individuals are visible in the scene.
From an aerial perspective, the video presents a scene of multiple individuals lying motionless on a sandy or dirt-covered surface. The people are scattered and appear to be sprawled out, casting shadows that indicate the presence of a light source, likely sunlight. The environment includes sparse vegetation and scattered debris. The individuals are wearing a variety of casual clothing, with some wearing dark-colored outfits and others wearing lighter or more vibrant attire. The overall impression is a desolate and potentially troubling scene.
The image depicts an urban landscape in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, characterized by extensive structural damage and temporary displacement shelters. In the background, severely damaged multi-story residential buildings stand, exhibiting collapsed sections, exposed interiors, shattered windows, and visible rebar. One building on the left shows a large section of its facade missing across multiple floors, while a taller building on the right, though less damaged, still presents signs of wear and broken windows.
The mid-ground is dominated by a vast expanse of rubble and debris, consisting of large, fractured concrete slabs, twisted metal, and pulverized building materials, forming an uneven, sloping terrain. This debris field extends from the damaged buildings towards the foreground.
In the foreground, a cluster of makeshift shelters and tents is established on a patch of earthy ground with sparse grass. Notable structures include several canvas tents of varying sizes, one prominently covered by a large white tarp. Adjacent to these, a white temporary structure, possibly a latrine or wash station, features the blue "UNICEF" logo and is surrounded by a low metal fence. Nearby, a blue tarp covers undefined items, and a mangled blue metallic frame, possibly from a chair or cart, lies on the ground amidst additional debris. No individuals are visible in the scene. The overall lighting suggests an overcast day.
An aerial view captures approximately 20 individuals, predominantly male children and young adults, gathered on a sandy, open ground in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory. The central group, consisting of about 15 individuals, forms a rough semi-circle, with one adult or older youth in a green and grey jacket gesturing towards another individual or the group. Several members of this central group are observing. On the periphery of the scene, individual figures are visible: one person in dark clothing walks on the far left, another in a maroon top and dark trousers walks on the upper left, a person in a white and dark top walks on the upper right, and a person in a yellow top stands on the mid-right, observing the scene. The ground is light brown sand with numerous small pieces of debris, concrete fragments, and rubble scattered throughout, particularly along the upper and right edges, indicating a degraded or construction site environment. Patches of sparse green vegetation are present in the rubble areas. The lighting suggests an outdoor daytime scene, casting visible shadows from the individuals.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:34 AM
The image displays an overhead view of an outdoor scene in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, featuring approximately 27 individuals, predominantly children and adolescents, gathered on a sandy, unpaved ground. The ground is light brown dirt, marked with small debris, litter, and sparse dry vegetation. The perimeter of the central sandy area is characterized by significant piles of concrete rubble, broken stones, and discarded materials, indicative of a destroyed or damaged environment.
A primary group of about 15-20 individuals, mostly boys, is clustered loosely in the center-right of the frame. One boy in this group holds a white soccer ball. They appear engaged in discussion or preparation for an activity. To the top-left, a boy in a red top and dark pants is captured mid-air, in a running or jumping motion, moving away from the central cluster towards the rubble-strewn area. Other individuals are dispersed around the sandy expanse: a boy in a black hoodie stands with hands on hips further up-center, observing; a girl in a yellow top and pink pants stands near the top-right of the central group; and another boy in a yellow hoodie stands with his back to the viewer at the bottom of the frame, facing the main activity. The scene conveys a casual gathering and potential recreational activity amidst a visibly disrupted urban landscape.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:34 AM
The image displays an outdoor scene in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, featuring approximately twenty to twenty-five individuals, predominantly male children and adolescents, gathered on an uneven, sandy, and earthy terrain. The ground is marked with scattered small debris including paper and fragmented plastic. In the background, a raised bank of disturbed earth is visible, composed of stones, concrete rubble, and sparse green vegetation.
The individuals are dressed in casual attire, consisting of hoodies, tracksuits, and long-sleeved shirts. Footwear varies from sandals to sneakers, with some individuals appearing barefoot. A large group of approximately fifteen children and adolescents forms a loose cluster or circle in the lower-central portion of the frame, many looking towards the center. An adult male in a grey and green striped hoodie stands centrally within this group. In the upper-right quadrant, two boys are engaged in a physical interaction: one, in a red top and blue trousers, holds the arm of another boy, in a striped top and black trousers, who is in a low, crouched stance. A third boy, in a striped top, observes them. Another young male in a black hoodie stands in the upper-central background with hands on hips, observing the general activity. A female child in a yellow hoodie is visible within the main central group. Long, distinct shadows are cast by the individuals, indicating direct sunlight. One child in the lower-left is bent over, facing the ground.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:34 AM
An overhead image depicts approximately 25-30 male children and adolescents engaged in various activities on a large, irregular patch of light brown sand and dirt in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory. The sandy area is bordered by extensive piles of construction debris, including broken concrete, bricks, and fragmented building materials. Remnants of grey concrete structures are visible in the upper background.
The individuals, primarily children and young adolescents, are dressed in casual clothing such as tracksuits, hoodies, and t-shirts in various colors. Many wear sandals or are barefoot. A light-colored football is central to the scene, with one boy in a grey tracksuit in the foreground appearing to control or kick it.
Several groups are distributed across the sandy ground. A prominent cluster of approximately ten boys stands in the central-left, seemingly gathered or observing. Towards the right, three boys are engaged in a physical interaction, with two appearing to hold or push a third. Other individuals are seen running, standing, or walking across the scene. One boy in a yellow top in the lower left holds a white plastic container. Distinct shadows cast on the ground indicate bright daylight conditions.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:34 AM
A high-angle shot shows a group of about 20 children playing in a sandy lot. Some of the children are standing in a circle, while others are scattered around the perimeter. A few adults are also present in the scene, seemingly supervising the children. In the center of the circle, one child throws a white ball up in the air. The background of the scene consists of rubble and debris, suggesting the area may be in a state of disrepair or reconstruction. The camera is positioned behind a rusted metal railing, providing the elevated viewpoint.
The image displays a group of approximately 10-12 individuals, mostly children and young adults, standing outdoors on a light brown, sandy ground surface in the city of Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory. Several individuals are dressed in dark-colored tracksuits or hoodies. One young person wears a light yellow hooded sweatshirt with a reddish-brown design on the front. Another individual wears a light grey hooded sweatshirt with the word "FITNESS" printed in dark letters across the chest. An adult male, viewed from behind, wears a hooded jacket composed of grey, white, and dark green sections, paired with dark trousers, and a dark cap. Another individual, also seen from behind, wears a dark blue jacket with red accents on the collar and cuffs, featuring a white circular emblem on the left shoulder. One person's attire includes dark clothing with red armbands or patches on the upper sleeves. The individuals are positioned in a loose cluster, appearing to be observing something or engaging with each other. The background consists solely of the sandy ground.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:35 AM
The image displays an open, unpaved outdoor area in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, characterized by light brown sand and dirt, heavily interspersed with scattered rocks, broken concrete pieces, and miscellaneous refuse. Approximately 20 individuals, predominantly children and young adults, are distributed across the scene. In the central foreground, two males are engaged in a physical interaction resembling wrestling or grappling. To their immediate left, a third male holds a light-colored ball. Other individuals are standing, walking, or observing, with various groups clustered throughout the sandy terrain. A male in a red hoodie is depicted in motion towards the left-center. Two females, one in a yellow top and pink pants and another in a brown top and pants, are visible walking away from the viewer in the upper-right section. Sparse patches of green vegetation are present. The upper background shows a denser accumulation of rubble and debris.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:35 AM
The image depicts a heavily damaged urban area in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under a partially cloudy sky. In the foreground and midground, a large expanse of sandy earth is interspersed with significant piles of concrete and building rubble. A multi-story apartment building, beige with decorative arches and patterns, dominates the right side of the frame. This building exhibits extensive structural damage, including numerous blown-out windows, sections of missing walls exposing interiors, and widespread bullet or shrapnel marks across its facade. Some window openings are covered with white or blue tarps, including those bearing UN and UNICEF branding. Laundry hangs from several balconies and improvised lines within damaged openings. To the left, a massive pile of collapsed building materials indicates a completely destroyed structure, with other damaged buildings visible in the background, some featuring rooftop antennas and solar panels. A dark, vertical utility pole stands in the left foreground. Approximately 15-20 individuals, primarily children and young adolescents, are scattered across the sandy ground. They are dressed in casual clothing, standing in small groups, interacting, and walking. One heavily damaged white car, stripped of parts, rests amidst rubble on the right side of the sandy area.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:36 AM
The image captures a scene of extensive urban destruction in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under a sky dominated by large white cumulus clouds.
In the foreground, a group of approximately 15 individuals, primarily children and young adults, are present in an unpaved, sandy area scattered with small rocks and debris. Most individuals are dressed in dark, casual attire. They are dispersed across the sandy ground, some standing, others in various stances suggesting congregation or informal activity.
Behind this group, a wide expanse of rubble and demolition debris, consisting of shattered concrete, metal fragments, and pulverized building materials, covers the ground. Within this debris field, a heavily damaged, dark-colored vehicle is discernible.
Dominating the background are multiple multi-story residential buildings, exhibiting severe structural damage. The closest building on the right is extensively compromised, with large sections of its beige facade destroyed, exposing interior rooms. Numerous windows are broken, some boarded with plastic sheeting, including one section displaying "UNICEF" branding. Multiple small, dark impact marks, consistent with bullet holes or shrapnel, are visible across the building's exterior. Clothes are visibly hanging on some damaged balconies.
Further back and to the left, another large apartment complex with similar architectural elements, including arched decorative window frames, also displays significant damage, including missing window panes and discolored areas indicative of fire or explosions. A tall cellular tower and multiple rooftop water tanks are visible atop one of the more distant buildings against the sky. The scene is illuminated by daylight, suggesting bright, possibly sunny, conditions despite the cloud cover. A "Galaxy A14" watermark is present in the lower left of the image.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:36 AM
The image portrays a severely damaged urban area in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under an overcast sky. In the foreground, a large sandy and dirt-covered expanse, strewn with scattered concrete fragments and debris, serves as an open ground. Approximately 20-25 individuals, primarily children, are dispersed across this area. Many children are gathered in small groups, with some appearing to engage in play, including a possible game of soccer indicated by a white ball near one cluster. One child runs towards the left side of the frame, while two adults and one individual sit on the ground in the lower-left and lower-right foreground, respectively.
The midground features a massive pile of rubble, consisting of collapsed concrete slabs and rebar, indicating the complete destruction of at least one building. To the left of this rubble, two makeshift tents, one gray and one blue, are erected. To the right, a multi-story building shows partial destruction, with an arched ground floor structure and clothes hanging from a damaged balcony on an upper floor.
The background consists of multiple multi-story residential buildings, uniformly beige or light brown in color. These structures exhibit extensive damage, including numerous large holes in their facades, shattered window openings revealing exposed interiors, and widespread pockmarks consistent with projectile impacts. Blue water tanks are visible on the rooftops of several buildings. One central background building features a prominent communication tower with antennae and a large metallic structure on its roof. The sky is heavily clouded.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:37 AM
The image displays a scene of significant urban destruction within the city of Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory. In the foreground, a sandy, light-brown ground contains scattered small pieces of rubble and sparse green vegetation. The midground is dominated by a substantial, uneven mound composed of fractured concrete slabs, broken blocks, pulverized debris, and twisted rebar from collapsed structures. Larger sections of concrete are visible, some tilted at angles, forming a chaotic pile of building wreckage. In the background, a multi-story residential building, or a complex of buildings, stands partially intact but exhibits extensive damage. Its light-brown facade is scarred with numerous impact points and bullet holes. Many windows are shattered or missing, revealing dark interior spaces. Several balconies with white railings and arched alcoves are visible; some contain laundry hanging on lines, such as white clothes on the center-left and center-right balconies on higher floors. Large sections of the building, particularly on the upper right, are completely destroyed, leaving gaping voids where walls and windows once stood. No people or active movements are visible within the frame. The overall environment suggests the aftermath of intense structural damage.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:37 AM
The image depicts a devastated urban scene in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, featuring two heavily damaged multi-story residential buildings constructed of light-colored masonry with decorative arched window frames and balconies. The building on the left exhibits numerous small projectile impacts across its facade, with multiple floors showing structural collapse, missing exterior walls, shattered windows, and exposed interiors. Laundry is visible hanging on balconies and within some damaged units, indicating past or partial habitation. Burn marks are visible on the upper levels of this building. The building on the right is even more severely compromised, with large sections of its facade completely missing, exposing multiple floors of internal structures.
The ground between and in front of the buildings is a mix of sand, dirt, and extensive rubble, including broken concrete and debris. A severely mangled and crushed white car chassis rests on the sandy ground in the lower-left foreground. Piles of construction debris and scattered materials are prevalent. Two individuals dressed in dark clothing walk on a sandy path in the mid-right. A third individual in a blue top is seen walking under an archway on the ground floor of the left building. In the background on the right, white tarpaulin structures, possibly temporary shelters, are erected behind a mound of rubble, with a black water tank adjacent to them. Metal scaffolding-like structures are also visible near the right building.
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory · Mar 26, 2026, 10:37 AM
An elevated view through dark, weathered metal bars reveals a scene of extensive urban destruction in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory. The foreground is partially obscured by the bars, with a "Galaxy A14" watermark present in the lower-left.
In the midground, a large expanse of sandy, light brown earth is littered with rubble, including concrete fragments and twisted rebar. In the lower-right quadrant, a group of approximately 10-12 individuals, appearing to be children or young adults, are present on this sandy terrain, walking or standing. To the left-midground, a cluster of roughly 8-10 makeshift shelters, constructed from white and blue tarpaulins and fabrics, are erected on the ground. Dominating the central midground is a massive pile of pulverized concrete, rebar, and other building debris, indicating a collapsed structure.
The background features multiple multi-story buildings, approximately 5-7 floors tall, exhibiting severe damage. These structures display numerous impact marks consistent with bullet holes, shattered or missing windows, and significant damage to facades and balconies, with some interior spaces visible. Architectural details, such as arched window frames and patterned sections, are present on the buildings. On the rooftop of a building in the far background, a communication tower, along with water tanks and other technical equipment, is visible. The sky is partly cloudy with prominent white cumulus clouds and patches of blue.
Khan Yunis, Palestine
