Jabalia

Jabalia is a refugee camp located in the northern Gaza Strip. It is currently newsworthy due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the dire humanitarian situation within Gaza. Despite a ceasefire established in October 2025, Israeli attacks continue in and around Jabalia, resulting in Palestinian deaths and injuries. Recent reports detail Israeli air strikes on the camp, impacting civilian infrastructure and causing displacement. The area is also suffering from severe shortages of cooking gas, forcing residents to burn wood and plastic for cooking, leading to health hazards. Aid access is restricted, and UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, faces staff cuts and reduced salaries, further exacerbating the crisis. The elderly population is determined to stay despite the terrible conditions. Satellite images indicate Israel has moved its post-ceasefire line of control deeper into Gaza, causing confusion. Jabalia exemplifies the broader humanitarian crisis and ongoing violence affecting the Gaza Strip.