Gaza is facing a dire humanitarian crisis as attacks on displacement camps intensify, resulting in a surge in civilian casualties. Recent reports paint a grim picture of the situation, with multiple fatalities occurring in attacks targeting tent camps for displaced individuals.
Attacks on Displacement Camps
According to Al Jazeera and other sources, on April 21-22, 2025, Israeli military actions led to at least 29 Palestinian deaths across Gaza. Several of these fatalities occurred in attacks on tent camps, including a devastating incident at the Al Jazeera Sports Club in central Gaza City, where three people were killed. Overnight Israeli fire also resulted in at least two deaths in northern Rafah and the Nuseirat camp. In Khan Younis, an Israeli drone attack on a tent housing displaced people left several injured, including women and children.
Rising Death Toll and Calls for Investigation
The Gaza Government Media Office reports a staggering death toll of over 61,700 in Gaza, with thousands more missing and presumed dead under rubble. The Palestinian Civil Defence and the Palestine Red Crescent Society are calling for an independent investigation into the deaths of 14 Palestinian emergency workers and a UN employee, following the rejection of the Israeli investigation into the killings from the previous month.
Incidents in Al-Mawasi and West Bank
In a separate incident, an Israeli air attack on Al-Mawasi near Khan Younis killed a husband and wife who were in a tent for displaced Palestinians, according to DAWN.com. Meanwhile, in the West Bank, reports indicate escalating violence by Israeli settlers, including attacks on Palestinian land and property.
Conclusion
The situation in Gaza is dire, with rising casualties, widespread displacement, and a deepening humanitarian crisis. International organizations are calling for a ceasefire and for thorough investigations into alleged killings of medics and other protected personnel. The attacks on displacement camps, where civilians are seeking refuge, have drawn strong condemnation and renewed calls for international intervention to protect vulnerable populations and ensure accountability for the loss of life.