New Google Maps images reveal massive scale of devastation in Gaza
Al-Mawasi in Rafah in 2023 (left) and 2026, with huge tented camps lining much of the shoreline. Composite: GoogleView image in fullscreenAl-Mawasi in Rafah in 2023 (left) and 2026, with huge tented camps lining much of the shoreline. Gaza’s once busy main port, now badly damaged and empty of fishing boats, is surrounded by makeshift accommodation.
- ▪Al-Mawasi in Rafah in 2023 (left) and 2026, with huge tented camps lining much of the shoreline.
- ▪Composite: GoogleView image in fullscreenAl-Mawasi in Rafah in 2023 (left) and 2026, with huge tented camps lining much of the shoreline.
- ▪Gaza’s once busy main port, now badly damaged and empty of fishing boats, is surrounded by makeshift accommodation.
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Al-Mawasi in Rafah in 2023 (left) and 2026, with huge tented camps lining much of the shoreline. Composite: GoogleView image in fullscreenAl-Mawasi in Rafah in 2023 (left) and 2026, with huge tented camps lining much of the shoreline. Composite: GoogleGazaNew Google Maps images reveal massive scale of devastation in GazaSatellite imagery shows further destruction of homes, businesses and places of worship since fragile ceasefire Jason Burke and Eithne StauntonThu 1 Oct 2026 00.00 EDTLast modified on Thu 1 Oct 2026 00.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAn update to Google Maps has revealed the extent of devastation during the three-year Gaza war and the severity of the continuing humanitarian crisis faced by the territory’s 2.3 million inhabitants.The images were taken in June this…
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