The Day of Gaza's Mounting Storm Fatalities

Palestinian media on December 12 heavily emphasized the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with morning reports detailing fatalities and widespread destruction of tents due to a severe low-pressure system and heavy rains. The number of reported deaths rose throughout the day, reaching 11 by mid-morning and 14 by afternoon, with thousands trapped in flooded shelters and reports of newborn fatalities linked to war and malnutrition.

Concurrently, multiple sources reported Smotrich's approval of legalizing 19 new settlements in the West Bank. Discussions also continued regarding US proposals for post-war arrangements in Gaza, including an international stabilization force and Washington's demands for Israel to clear debris. Preparations for incursions into Al-Aqsa during Hanukkah also received attention.