Gaza City — The Gaza Strip has witnessed a surge in casualties since the outbreak of hostilities on October 7, 2023. According to local authorities, a significant number of Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes across the region.
The conflict erupted following heightened tensions between Israeli forces and Palestinian factions. Airstrikes and artillery shelling have targeted various locations within Gaza, leading to widespread destruction and loss of life. Hospitals are overwhelmed as medical staff struggle to treat the injured amid shortages of essential supplies.
International organizations have expressed deep concern over the escalating violence. The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire to prevent further civilian casualties and alleviate the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the territory.
“The situation is dire,” a spokesperson for a leading humanitarian agency stated. “We urgently need access to deliver aid and support to those affected by the conflict.”
Residents of Gaza describe living under constant fear. “We don’t know when the next strike will come,” said one local resident. “Our children are terrified, and we have nowhere safe to go.”
The international community continues to urge both sides to de-escalate tensions and return to dialogue. As the conflict intensifies, the humanitarian toll on the civilian population remains a pressing concern.
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45,658 Palestinians killed in Gaza in Israeli strikes since Oct. 7, 2023
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