The United Nations: More than 150,000 tents are ready to be brought into the Gaza Strip, but they are still awaiting Israel's approval.
This is happening against the backdrop of a humanitarian catastrophe experienced by the displaced after more than 70,000 tents sank as a result of the heavy rains that have hit the Strip since November 6.
UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq: There should be no delay in bringing in tents, winter supplies and water drainage equipment while people, including children, are drowning due to the floods.