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UN: Humanitarian situation worsening in Gaza

October 20, 2024

The UN peace envoy for the Middle East has condemned the continued attacks on civilians after Israeli airstrikes in Gaza's town of Beit Lahiya killed dozens. UNICEF's James Elder spoke with DW about how the war is affecting the population in Gaza.

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