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Gaza conditions overshadow Board of Peace talks at Davos
Summary
A three-month-old Palestinian infant died from hypothermia in Gaza, officials said, as world leaders gather in Davos where President Trump’s proposed Board of Peace is on the agenda.
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An infant in Gaza died from hypothermia on Tuesday, officials in the territory reported. The three-month-old was found in a tent in Gaza City and the Health Ministry confirmed hypothermia as the cause. Hundreds of thousands of people remain displaced in tents and damaged buildings, and residents report shortages of blankets, warm clothing and fuel. World leaders are gathering at the World Economic Forum in Davos where President Trump’s Board of Peace proposal is a main item of discussion.
Key facts:
- The Gaza Health Ministry confirmed that a 3-month-old child died from hypothermia after being found in a tent in Gaza City.
- Many families are sheltering in makeshift tents and war-damaged buildings, with limited electricity and scarce fuel reported.
- A ceasefire that began in October allowed an increase in humanitarian aid deliveries, but officials and residents report ongoing shortages of winter supplies.
- Leaders meeting in Davos are discussing the proposed Board of Peace; invitations have been issued and several countries are still reviewing participation.
Summary:
The reported infant death underscores continuing humanitarian strains in Gaza during cold weather and displacement. Discussions at Davos will include the Board of Peace proposal, but the panel's membership and remit remain under review by invited states.
