The destruction of a main drinking water reservoir facility in Rafah, Gaza by the Israeli army has exacerbated the lack of clean drinking water and led to increased health issues like dehydration, diarrhoea, and skin diseases.
Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported that soldiers from the 401st Brigade of the Armoured Corps blew up the water facility, prompting an investigation into potential violations of international law.
Footage of the explosion was shared on social media, causing outrage over the assault on Palestinians’ access to basic necessities like water. This event is part of Israel’s broader war on Gaza, which includes a complete siege on the territory since October.
The destruction of essential civilian infrastructure, like drinking water installations, violates international humanitarian law and the Geneva Convention. The deliberate denial of access to clean water is considered a war crime.
As conditions in Gaza worsen, with reports of polio outbreaks, the need for clean drinking water and proper hygiene facilities is critical. The impact of Israel’s war on Gaza has been devastating, with a high number of casualties reported.