Extreme Cold Weather Martyred 7 Gaza Civilians

TEHRAN (Defapress) - The number of martyrs attributed to the severe cold and frost waves affecting displaced Palestinians living in tents has reached 7, with expectations of further increases, as reported by Gaza’s government media office.

The statement emphasized, “We have repeatedly cautioned about the peril posed by air depressions, winter conditions, and frost waves, which coincide with the tragic circumstances faced by our Palestinian people who are enduring killings, genocide, and the destruction of homes and essential services, leading to their displacement and eviction.”

It further noted, “Heavy rainfall is anticipated to persist, along with ongoing frost waves and winter chill in the upcoming days, which presents a significant danger — a genuine threat to the lives of the displaced who are suffering immensely due to the actions of the Zionist regime's occupation.”

Gaza authorities indicated that the dilapidated tents are inadequate in protecting against the cold.

The statement concluded by holding the Israeli occupation entirely accountable for the worsening humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, as well as implicating the US administration and nations that have supported and participated in the genocide, including England, Germany, and France, urging them to cease their complicity in these actions.