Inhabited by mostly Palestinian refugees and their descendants, Gaza is one of the most densely populated territories in the world. An end of 2024 estimate puts the population of the Strip at …

Oct 10, 2024 · Israel's war with Hamas has destroyed much of Gaza. Recent analyses find that nearly 60% of buildings, nearly 70% of orchards and 68% of roads have been damaged or …

4 days ago · Stay on top of Gaza latest developments on the ground with Al Jazeera’s fact-based news, exclusive video footage, photos and updated maps.

Jun 3, 2025 · Israel’s latest attacks on Gaza began on Oct. 7, 2023 after Palestinians from Gaza carried out attacks in Israel that killed at least 1,200 Israelis, injured thousands more, and took …

Oct 9, 2023 · The Gaza Strip refers to a narrow strip of land wedged between Israel and Egypt on the Mediterranean Sea that is roughly the size of Washington, D.C. Occupied in turn by the …

Jun 4, 2025 · Follow the latest news on the Israel Gaza war. Get live updates, maps, verified video reports and expert analysis from BBC journalists on the ground.

2 days ago · Gaza Strip, territory occupying 140 square miles (363 square km) along the Mediterranean Sea just northeast of the Sinai Peninsula. The Gaza Strip is unusual in being a …

Jun 8, 2025 · Extreme overcrowding in Gaza City, for example, has forced many families to flee to the port area or sleep on sidewalks, often without access to sanitation and water services. …

Oct 12, 2023 · The Gaza Strip is a narrow, 25-mile stretch of land pressed against the Mediterranean Sea, between Israel and Egypt. When Israel was established in 1948, many …

Jan 22, 2025 · As the long-awaited ceasefire comes into effect, here’s a look – in 6 graphics – at what Gaza is like after 15 months of war.