The image displays an elevated view of a densely populated, informal settlement or refugee camp in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under a clear blue sky with minimal cloud cover. The scene is framed by sections of two multi-story buildings: a light-colored wall on the left and a beige-brown multi-story building with multiple windows and external sunshades on the right. The building on the right features a white water tank and solar panels on its roof. In the immediate foreground, a sandy, unpaved area leads to a partially paved road with a faded white zebra crossing visible in the lower center. A single individual, dressed in a dark, floor-length garment, walks from left to right on this paved section, casting a distinct shadow. Elsewhere in the foreground and midground, several smaller, less distinct human figures are visible near various structures, appearing to be walking or standing. The midground and background are dominated by a sprawling expanse of densely packed temporary structures. These shelters are constructed from diverse materials, including tarpaulins, corrugated metal sheets, and fabric, displaying irregular shapes and haphazard arrangements. Some structures appear to be small market stalls or shops with awnings. Clothes are visible hanging outside several shelters. In the far background, a low, sandy hill rises on the left, topped by a large, cylindrical water tank or industrial structure, accompanied by smaller utility poles. The temporary structures extend continuously across the landscape towards the horizon, suggesting a vast area of habitation. Utility lines traverse the scene, extending from the framing buildings into the settlement below. The ground throughout the visible settlement area is predominantly sandy and unpaved.Witnesses Document Extensive Urban Destr
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Mon, Jan 26, 2026, 09:00 AM

Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory

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The image displays an elevated view of a densely populated, informal settlement or refugee camp in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, under a clear blue sky with minimal cloud cover. The scene is fram…read more

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