IRC: Suffering in Gaza 'beyond imagination'

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has warned that the suffering of people in Gaza "is beyond imagination," with icy temperatures and lack of heating and winter clothing putting children at risk of respiratory illnesses.

Faten Abu Mousa, the aid agency’s child protection manager in the occupied Palestinian territory, said families are struggling to access basic needs with winter clothing sold at prohibitively high prices.

“Winter in Gaza has always been harsh, but this year’s suffering is beyond imagination for displaced families,” said Abu Mousa.