As Israel's war on Gaza enters its fifth month, this article examines the intensifying crisis facing Palestinian civilians. With Israeli airstrikes devastating densely populated areas and threats mounting of a ground offensive into Rafah, Palestinians are fleeing for safety. But shelters are scarce, and supplies dwindling for the trapped and displaced enduring winter conditions. Attempts at brokering a ceasefire and hostage exchange have stalled as the death toll passes 28,000. Leaders face mounting calls for accountability and urgent action to prevent humanitarian catastrophe.