Gaza Death Toll Surpasses 72,000 as Israeli Strikes Continue Post-Ceasefire
Key Takeaways
- Israeli attacks continue on Gaza despite a ceasefire, with ongoing casualties.
- Ceasefire defined differently by NGOs, described as fragile, undermining a true halt.
- Health Ministry reports 72,135 dead and 171,830 injured; NGOs deem the situation catastrophic.
Ceasefire Collapse
The Gaza Strip endured renewed Israeli attacks a day after a ceasefire was set to take effect.
“Skip to main content Infographics The Israeli army continues its attacks on the Gaza Strip despite the ceasefire The Palestinian Health Ministry in the Gaza Strip announced on Wednesday that the death toll from the massacre carried out by Israel since October 2023 has risen to 72,135 dead and 171,830 injured”
The Palestinian Health Ministry reported the death toll since October 2023 rising to 72,135.
An airstrike killed at least 16 people near a UN-run school sheltering displaced residents.
Israel and Hamas traded blows for a third straight day, underscoring the fragility of agreements.
Infrastructure Devastation
More than 1 million Palestinians have been displaced.
Approximately 120,000 homes have been destroyed or severely damaged.
The insurance industry warned of one of the world's largest claims losses.
Infrastructure damage threatens basic human survival.
Humanitarian Access Challenges
Humanitarian organizations expressed alarm over the operational environment.
Medical evacuations resumed for some patients, while others faced delays.
In the West Bank, separate hostilities have intensified.
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