World

Gaza Families search ruins after Israeli strikes hit homes

Euronews World · 2026-06-12

AI SUMMARY

• What happened: Israeli airstrikes on 12 June 2026 destroyed homes in Deir al-Balah and the Maghazi refugee camp in Gaza, displacing dozens of families and leaving them to search through rubble for belongings. • Why it matters: The strikes occurred despite a fragile ceasefire and have exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where many families are already struggling with displacement and lack of shelter. • What to watch next: Observers will be monitoring the situation for potential further escalations in violence and the impact on ongoing ceasefire negotiations, as well as the humanitarian response for displaced families.

No Comment Video. Gaza Families search ruins after Israeli strikes hit homes Copy/paste the link below: Copy/paste the article video embed link below: Updated: 12/06/2026 - 14:52 GMT+2 Palestinians in central Gaza searched through rubble on 12 June after Israeli strikes destroyed homes in Deir al-Balah and the Maghazi refugee camp, leaving dozens of displaced families without shelter and struggling to recover their belongings. Residents said Israeli forces had ordered evacuations before the attacks, but entire housing blocks were affected. Large craters and collapsed buildings marked the impact sites as families returned to recover clothing, furniture and personal possessions. The strikes came despite a fragile ceasefire and added to the challenges facing thousands of displaced Palestinians across Gaza. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT In the Palestinian Territories, witnesses said at least 10 to 15 homes in Maghazi were rendered uninhabitable. Families who had already been displaced by previous fighting reported losing the few belongings they had managed to save. In Deir al-Balah, residents gathered around a large crater while others cleared debris and searched for usable items beneath concrete rubble. Many said they faced another night without adequate accommodation. Large parts of Gaza remain heavily damaged after months of conflict, and repeated ceasefire violations have continued to fuel uncertainty for communities still waiting for reconstruction and longer-term stability. The Gaza Strip Israel Hamas war refugee camps Palestinian Territories Internally displaced Airstrike Top stories Now playing Next Gaza Families search ruins after Israeli strikes hit homes Now playing Next Gaza residents find brief escape in World Cup opener Now playing Next Russian drone barrage hits Kyiv and Mykolaiv as Ukraine reports major fires Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | June 12th, 2026 – Midday Now playing Next Mexico's 'missing persons' crisis takes centre stage at the World Cup Now playing Next Belgium: Jordan Bardella strengthens ties with Vlaams Belang in Brussels visit Now playing Next Watch fan reactions as Mexico beat South Africa 2–0 in the World Cup opener Now playing Next Iran says no decision made on deal with US after Trump deal claims Now playing Next Trump says US will seize Iran's Kharg Island and other oil terminals Now playing Next 'I love the inflation,' Trump says as prices jump again Now playing Next Rama repeats claims of Iranian cyberterrorism as protests continue Now playing Next World Cup fever, new EU migration era and the Pope's message to Spain Now playing Next Everything you need to know about the Jared Kushner resort protests in Albania Now playing Next Georgieva: Europeans must invest 'together' Now playing Next Podcast: The most political World Cup to date? Now playing Next Viral Dua Lipa wedding photos were AI-generated ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT No Comment Mexico: Tight security and protests surround 2026 World Cup opener No Comment Albania: thousands rally on 12th day of protests against Trump-linked resort No Comment Mexico fans celebrate World Cup win over South Africa No Comment World Cup street art returns to Rio de Janeiro Culture news British artist David Hockney, whose vibrant pool paintings defined an era, dies aged 88 Climate 'One of the strongest since 1950': What is El Niño and why does it matter? Europe in Motion Which countries have the most strikes in the EU? Culture news Guess who's become the youngest woman to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame? Thailand Princess Bajrakitiyabha the 'pride of Thailand' dies aged 47 after three-year battle with infection Europe Today Europe Today: World Cup fever, new EU migration era and the Pope's message to Spain Art Inside DATALAND: The world’s first AI art museum will let visitors see, hear and smell art Sport Mexico beats South Africa and Czechia loses to South Korea in World Cup opening matches ADVERTISEMENT Sport Mexico's President Sheinbaum joins fans as World Cup gets underway No Comment Fans descend on Mexico City Stadium ahead of World Cup kickoff Culture news God bless America: Ralph Lauren unveils stamp collection for 250th US anniversary Iran Iran says no decision made on peace deal with US after Trump touts 'great settlement' Spain Pope Leo XIV casts wreath into sea in memory of migrants lost on Atlantic route Europe News ILA Berlin: Fighter jets still fly but drones dominate the conversation Europe News German, French and UK envoys meet Lavrov's deputy in Moscow amid E3 peace push Culture news 'Genius of the Renaissance': Leonardo da Vinci exhibition opens in Astana ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT

Source: Euronews World
RELATED NEWS

More Stories

All News
World

Archaeologists find ancient female-led society in Turkiye

• What happened: Archaeologists discovered evidence of an ancient female-led society in the 9,000-year-old city of Çatalhöyük in present-day Türkiye, revealing ...

World

Israel: Tel Aviv pride marchers push for LGBTQ+ equality amid tensions and war

• What happened: Thousands participated in the Tel Aviv Pride parade on June 12, 2026, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights amidst ongoing regional tensions and politic...

World

Why Mo Amer jokes to survive

• What happened: Palestinian-American comedian Mo Amer reflects on using humor to address pain and the struggles of his community in a recent podcast episode, e...

World

Ukraine reclaims territory as it doubles attacks on Russian logistics

• What happened: Ukraine reported reclaiming more territory than it lost in May, reversing a trend of Russian gains, with estimates of net territorial gains ran...

World

Indonesian students protest gov’t policies amid economic strain

• What happened: Approximately 1,500 Indonesian students protested in Jakarta against government economic policies, including a recent fuel price hike and milit...

World

Video: AI models predict World Cup results

• What happened: Four AI models—Grok, ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini—were tasked with predicting the winner of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, utilizing different methodo...