As winter temperatures plunge, six newborns have died in Gaza due to hypothermia, with the latest tragedy involving a 2-month-old girl named Sham. Her body was found frozen in a tent, symbolizing the severe humanitarian crisis exacerbated by inadequate shelter for displaced residents. Despite a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, health officials accuse Israel of failing to comply with humane protocols, leading to ongoing suffering. Aid agencies report that over $50 billion is needed to rebuild Gaza, emphasizing the urgency for improved conditions and shelter for affected families.
"Her body turned into a piece of ice ... and her heartbeat stopped," Shanbari, 33, said in a phone interview Tuesday, reflecting on the tragic death of his niece.
Hamas and local health officials have blamed Israel for the deaths, citing failure to adhere to humanitarian protocols outlined in the ceasefire.
Health workers have called on mediators, including Egypt, Qatar, and the United States, to urgently provide temporary shelter as temperatures dropped into the low 30s.
Despite a month-old ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the needs in Gaza remain critical, with over $50 billion required for rebuilding according to a recent assessment.
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