This image depicts a scene of extensive urban destruction in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, focusing on the vicinity of the Great Mosque of Khan Yunis (Al-Omari Mosque). In the immediate foreground, to the right, a section of a balcony railing is visible with dark clothing items secured by blue, pink, and green clothespins, suggesting habitation or use of the vantage point for the photograph. To the left, a multi-story residential building exhibits severe structural damage, particularly on its upper floors where sections of walls are missing, and interiors are exposed. Lower floors show partial damage, with clothes visible hanging on several balconies. Rubble is piled at the base of this building and a storefront sign with Arabic text is visible on the ground floor. The midground features an asphalt road with faded white double-lane markings and a right-turn arrow painted on the surface. The road appears dirty and potentially wet. Several individuals are present on the street: two men walk on the left side, one in dark clothing and another in lighter attire; further down, a small group of people, including one with a bicycle, are moving; another solitary figure walks near the center of the intersection. The area surrounding the road consists of vacant lots filled with extensive piles of concrete rubble, dirt, and twisted sheets of corrugated metal. Dominating the background is the severely damaged Great Mosque of Khan Yunis. Its prominent minaret remains mostly standing but shows signs of impact. The main prayer hall structure beneath the mosque's dome is largely destroyed, with significant portions of its walls collapsed and its interior exposed to the elements. Blackened areas on the mosque structure suggest fire damage. Beyond the mosque, additional damaged multi-story buildings and a white tent-like structure are discernible. The sky is overcast with thick, grey clouds.

Khan Yunis shows widespread destruction

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NERMEEN SALEH

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Mon, Jan 19, 2026, 10:03 AM

Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory

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This image depicts a scene of extensive urban destruction in Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territory, focusing on the vicinity of the Great Mosque of Khan Yunis (Al-Omari Mosque). In the immediate foregrou…read more

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