The ongoing destruction in Gaza due to the war has left many displaced Palestinians without adequate shelter.

Amid this catastrophic destruction, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) are prioritizing the construction of new military outposts and infrastructure instead of focusing on rebuilding for the local population.

These military outposts are being built along newly paved roads that divide the coastal strip and isolate it from Egypt.

This shift from humanitarian efforts to military control highlights the unmet needs of displaced Palestinians amid the ongoing conflict.

Recent logistical challenges have severely impacted aid delivery, with only 11 out of a convoy of 109 aid trucks successfully entering Gaza.

The stark contrast between the destruction faced by civilians and the military developments in the region underscores the complexity of the situation.

This ongoing crisis is part of a broader narrative of the war in the Middle East, as reported in the Economist's November 23rd, 2024 edition.