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Google satellite images show widespread destruction across Gaza
Image credit: Bellingcat
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Social media posts and news articles circulated this week claiming Google had updated satellite imagery of Gaza, according to Bellingcat. The images, which show areas including the southern city of Rafah, depict extensive destruction with entire neighbourhoods appearing flattened.
The viral posts did not specify when the satellite imagery was captured or provide details about the timing of Google's update.
