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UAE: Powerful Storm Batters Emirates With Heavy Rain, Flooding and Lightning Overnight 5

A powerful storm system swept across the UAE, bringing heavy rain, lightning, hail, and strong winds to multiple emirates including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah on Thursday night, March 26 into Friday, March 27. The overnight heavy rain flooded roads across Dubai, leaving some motorists stranded and disrupting the morning commute.

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UAE: Powerful Storm Batters Emirates With Heavy Rain, Flooding and Lightning Overnight 6

A powerful storm system swept across the UAE, bringing heavy rain, lightning, hail, and strong winds to multiple emirates including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah on Thursday night, March 26 into Friday, March 27. The overnight heavy rain flooded roads across Dubai, leaving some motorists stranded and disrupting the morning commute.

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UAE: Powerful Storm Batters Emirates With Heavy Rain, Flooding and Lightning Overnight 4

A powerful storm system swept across the UAE, bringing heavy rain, lightning, hail, and strong winds to multiple emirates including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah on Thursday night, March 26 into Friday, March 27. The overnight heavy rain flooded roads across Dubai, leaving some motorists stranded and disrupting the morning commute.

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UAE: Powerful Storm Batters Emirates With Heavy Rain, Flooding and Lightning Overnight 3

A powerful storm system swept across the UAE, bringing heavy rain, lightning, hail, and strong winds to multiple emirates including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah on Thursday night, March 26 into Friday, March 27. The overnight heavy rain flooded roads across Dubai, leaving some motorists stranded and disrupting the morning commute.

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UAE: Powerful Storm Batters Emirates With Heavy Rain, Flooding and Lightning Overnight

A powerful storm system swept across the UAE, bringing heavy rain, lightning, hail, and strong winds to multiple emirates including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah on Thursday night, March 26 into Friday, March 27. The overnight heavy rain flooded roads across Dubai, leaving some motorists stranded and disrupting the morning commute.

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UAE: Dubai Battered by Heavy Rain and Flooding as Severe Storm System Moves In

Heavy rain, thunder, and flooding struck Dubai and across the UAE beginning March 23, causing widespread disruption to roads and travel. Parts of Abu Dhabi and Ajman recorded rainfall totals that almost reached annual levels, with gauges recording up to 93.3mm. Authorities warned that worse conditions were expected to peak Thursday night into Friday morning, with the possibility of hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes. Residents were advised to avoid flood-prone areas and unnecessary travel as the storm system was forecast to continue through Friday, March 27.

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UAE: Heavy Storms Bring Near Year’s Worth of Rain to Abu Dhabi and Ajman

Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms caused road disruptions across the UAE on Tuesday, March 24, with parts of Abu Dhabi and Ajman recording nearly a year's worth of rain. The National Centre of Meteorology forecast more unstable weather to continue until at least Friday.

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Qatar: Thousands Stranded at Doha International Airport Following Middle East Conflict

The US and Israeli attack on Iran continued to impact flights throughout the Middle East and beyond, forcing thousands of flight cancellations. Major international hubs in the region, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Qatar, halted operations as multiple countries closed their airspace due to the escalating conflict. This video shows stranded passengers at Hamad International Airport in Doha early Sunday, March 1.

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Syrian Government Forces Advance in Raqqa - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 18, 2026, a convoy of Syrian Government forces is seen advancing through the region, treading over flags of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). This movement comes as government troops successfully take control of dozens of towns and villages across Northeast Syria following the withdrawal of Kurdish-led groups affiliated with the PKK.

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Syrian Government Forces Advance in Raqqa - Syria

In Al Tabqah, Syria on January 18, 2026, a convoy of Syrian Government forces deploys throughout the city following the withdrawal of SDF forces. Local civilians are seen gathering in the streets to welcome the troops with celebrations, marking the return of government control to this strategic city in northeast Syria.

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Syrian Government Forces Advance in Raqqa - Syria

In Al Tabqah, Syria on January 18, 2026, a convoy of Syrian Government forces deploys throughout the city following the withdrawal of SDF forces. Local civilians are seen gathering in the streets to welcome the troops with celebrations, marking the return of government control to this strategic city in northeast Syria.

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Syrian Government Forces Advance in Raqqa - Syria

In Al Tabqah, Syria on January 18, 2026, a convoy of Syrian Government forces deploys throughout the city following the withdrawal of SDF forces. Local civilians are seen gathering in the streets to welcome the troops with celebrations, marking the return of government control to this strategic city in northeast Syria.

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Syrian Government Forces Advance in Raqqa - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 18, 2026, Syrian Government forces conduct a thorough sweep of the Tabqa prison, which was previously under the control of SDF forces. The operation aims to secure the facility and search for detainees or prisoners left behind following the withdrawal of Kurdish-led groups from the city in northeast Syria.

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Syrian Government Forces Advance in Raqqa - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 18, 2026, a convoy of Syrian Government forces is seen advancing through the region, treading over flags of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). This movement comes as government troops successfully take control of dozens of towns and villages across Northeast Syria following the withdrawal of Kurdish-led groups affiliated with the PKK.

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, a Syrian Army soldier crouches to pet a stray cat in the street following intense battles with SDF forces in the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods after the withdrawal of Kurdish groups towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, a burned flag of the SDF (Syrian Democratic Forces) lies discarded on the ground after being set on fire. This follows the Syrian Army's successful military operation to take full control of the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods, resulting in the withdrawal of Kurdish groups to eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, members of the Syrian Army inspect underground tunnels previously used by SDF fighters in the Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhood following the halt of military operations and the evacuation of Kurdish groups towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers assist and secure an elderly woman following fierce battles with the SDF. The deployment comes after Kurdish forces withdrew from the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods towards eastern Syria, ending days of heavy military operations in the area. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers assist and secure an elderly woman following fierce battles with the SDF. The deployment comes after Kurdish forces withdrew from the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods towards eastern Syria, ending days of heavy military operations in the area. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, a Syrian Army soldier crouches to pet a stray cat in the street following intense battles with SDF forces in the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods after the withdrawal of Kurdish groups towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, Syrian Army soldiers deploy throughout the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods following days of fierce clashes with SDF Kurdish forces, which ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of the Kurdish forces towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Conflict Erupts Between SDF and Syrian Army in Aleppo - Syria

In Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026, members of the Syrian Army inspect underground tunnels previously used by SDF fighters in the Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhood following the halt of military operations and the evacuation of Kurdish groups towards eastern Syria. Aleppo, Syria on January 10, 2026. Photo by Daher Mohammad/ABACAPRESS.COM

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King of Jordan Meets EU Delegation - Amman

Jordan's King Abdullah II meets with the EU delegation at Al Husseiniya Palace in Amman, Jordan, January 8, 2026. Jordan and the European Union (EU) issued a joint statement on Thursday following the first Jordan-EU Summit held here, in which they urged scaled-up humanitarian access to Gaza and reiterated support for the two-state solution. Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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King of Jordan Meets EU Delegation - Amman

Jordan's King Abdullah II (2nd R) welcomes European Council President Antonio Costa (2nd L) and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (1st R) at Al Husseiniya Palace in Amman, Jordan, January 8, 2026. Jordan and the European Union (EU) issued a joint statement on Thursday following the first Jordan-EU Summit held here, in which they urged scaled-up humanitarian access to Gaza and reiterated support for the two-state solution. Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Top 10 World Sports News Events In 2025

McLaren's Lando Norris secured his first Formula 1 World Drivers' Championship with a third-place finish at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on December 7, ending Max Verstappen's four-year reign. Red Bull's Verstappen still made history by setting the fastest lap in Formula 1 history in 1:18.792 during qualifying at the Italian Grand Prix. Away from the circuit, the sport also made waves on the big screen. The film "F1 The Movie" grossed more than 600 million U.S. dollars worldwide, setting a new global box office record for sports movies. This file photo taken on Dec. 7, 2025 shows McLaren's Lando Norris celebrating with crew after the Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. (Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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World Top 10 Athletes In 2025

1. Lando Norris (Britain, Formula 1) Norris seized his first Formula 1 World Drivers' Championship with seven wins, eight runner-up and three third-place finishes in 2025, ending Max Verstappen's four-year reign. The Briton also helped McLaren retain the constructors' championship. This file photo taken on Dec. 7, 2025 shows McLaren's British driver Lando Norris celebrating after the Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Photo by Zhu Xingjian/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Search Continues for Bodies Under Rubble - Gaza

Two people hold the identification card of Hussein Abu Hilal while standing in the rubble during a search operation in the Al-Amal neighborhood of Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 20, 2025. Civil defense teams are conducting search operations for the bodies of the Abu Hilal family in the Al-Amal neighborhood, months after they were killed on August 13, 2025. Search efforts have been hindered by a severe shortage of heavy equipment and access restrictions in the area. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Search Continues for Bodies Under Rubble - Gaza

A woman holding a child watches as an excavator clears rubble during a search operation in the Al-Amal neighborhood of Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 20, 2025. Civil defense teams are conducting search operations for the bodies of the Abu Hilal family in the Al-Amal neighborhood, months after they were killed on August 13, 2025. Search efforts have been hindered by a severe shortage of heavy equipment and access restrictions in the area. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Search Continues for Bodies Under Rubble - Gaza

Residents watch a search operation in the Al-Amal neighborhood of Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 20, 2025. Civil defense teams are conducting search operations for the bodies of the Abu Hilal family in the Al-Amal neighborhood, months after they were killed on August 13, 2025. Search efforts have been hindered by a severe shortage of heavy equipment and access restrictions in the area. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Search Continues for Bodies Under Rubble - Gaza

A woman holding a child watches as an excavator clears rubble during a search operation in the Al-Amal neighborhood of Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 20, 2025. Civil defense teams are conducting search operations for the bodies of the Abu Hilal family in the Al-Amal neighborhood, months after they were killed on August 13, 2025. Search efforts have been hindered by a severe shortage of heavy equipment and access restrictions in the area. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Search Continues for Bodies Under Rubble - Gaza

An excavator removes debris as people watch during a search operation in the Al-Amal neighborhood of Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 20, 2025. Civil defense teams are conducting search operations for the bodies of the Abu Hilal family in the Al-Amal neighborhood, months after they were killed on August 13, 2025. Search efforts have been hindered by a severe shortage of heavy equipment and access restrictions in the area. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM