Heatwave hits Khan Younis camp in Gaza - in pictures

  • A young Palestinian refugee poses for a photo in a slum on the outskirts of Khan Younis refugee camp, Gaza Strip.
    A young Palestinian refugee poses for a photo in a slum on the outskirts of Khan Younis refugee camp, Gaza Strip.
  • Hot weather has made life in the slum even more challenging.
    Hot weather has made life in the slum even more challenging.
  • A Palestinian refugee plays outside during a heatwave that has caused temperatures in the area to spike.
    A Palestinian refugee plays outside during a heatwave that has caused temperatures in the area to spike.
  • A Palestinian mother helps to keep her young son cool.
    A Palestinian mother helps to keep her young son cool.
  • Many areas in the Middle East have been experiencing soaring temperatures this summer, and the Gaza Strip is no exception.
    Many areas in the Middle East have been experiencing soaring temperatures this summer, and the Gaza Strip is no exception.
  • The Palestinian refugees have had to endure blistering temperatures in an area known for water scarcity.
    The Palestinian refugees have had to endure blistering temperatures in an area known for water scarcity.