In pictures: Gaza's sports facilities destroyed by Israeli strikes
Gaza's sports facilities – already suffering under siege – have been reduced into rubble following Israeli strikes
Some 30 sports facilities were destroyed (MEE/Mohammed Asad)
Published date: 12 February 2015 23:15 GMT
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Last update: 10 years 2 months ago
Israel's 51-day military offensive has reportedly killed 32 athletes and wounded 27 others while also destroying some 30 sports facilities, including gyms and stadiums. The Ministry of Youth and Sports in Gaza estimated the overall damage in the sports sector to exceed the three million dollars.
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