Gaza's displaced persons' camps are overrun by rats
- Posted on May 13, 2026
- By Le Monde
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Gaza's displaced persons' camps are overrun by rats
A United Nations agency report published on May 7 highlights the proliferation of rodents and insects in the Palestinian enclave, leading to a surge in cases of bites and skin diseases. Yet, Israel continues to block the entry of equipment needed to clear the mounds of rubble and garbage where these pests thrive.
