Why are Gaza’s war-damaged homes collapsing in winter?

An official from Honduras has reported that disturbances are hindering the recount of votes from the recent presidential election, which has been marred by allegations of fraud. The right-wing candidate Nasry Asfura, backed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, is currently leading the vote count amidst ongoing tensions and accusations of electoral manipulation.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected Israel's attempt to block an investigation into alleged war crimes committed during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This decision comes amidst increasing international scrutiny regarding the humanitarian crisis resulting from Israel's military actions in the region.

Civil Defence teams in Gaza have managed to recover 20 bodies of Palestinians from the rubble of collapsed buildings, a challenging task exacerbated by severe winter storms that have struck the region. The harsh weather conditions have made rescue operations increasingly difficult, highlighting the precarious situation faced by many in the area.

Israel has intensified its demolition of buildings in Gaza, as evidenced by satellite images showing ongoing destruction behind the newly established 'yellow line.' Experts have raised concerns that these actions may violate the Geneva Convention, which protects civilian structures during conflicts.

Recent storms in Gaza have led to the collapse of war-damaged buildings, resulting in civilian casualties and heightened fears among the Palestinian population. The destruction has exacerbated the already precarious living conditions for many families still recovering from ongoing conflict.

Resident doctors in England are set to strike for five days from December 17-22, following a vote to proceed despite a new government offer aimed at resolving ongoing disputes over salaries. The physicians are demanding a return to their salary levels from 2008-2009, which have been significantly eroded by inflation.

The Louvre Museum in Paris was closed on Monday morning as staff members staged a strike, expressing dissatisfaction with their working conditions. This unexpected closure disappointed many tourists who had planned to visit the iconic museum.

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has severely impacted education, with most schools and universities bombed, leaving students unable to attend classes for years. Many have resorted to online studies, while around three hundred applicants await responses for scholarships to study in France, hoping for a chance to escape the devastation.