Over the past fortnight, Israel’s increased air and ground offensives in Northern Gaza have resulted in nearly 108 fatalities and over 40 injuries as Hamas militants allegedly regroup. Medics involved in rescue efforts warned of “catastrophic consequences”. A local medic, Raheem Khedar, reported numerous parents and children among the deceased after a multistorey building and at least four adjacent houses were levelled. More than six individuals, including a child, died in a strike on a car in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza.
Mounir al-Bursh, the Director General of the Gazan Health Ministry, noted on X that the influx of wounded exacerbated “an already catastrophic situation for the health care system” in northern Gaza. Doctors Without Borders urged an immediate halt to the assaults on hospitals in northern Gaza, following claims from the health ministry that Israeli forces targeted two hospitals. The Israeli military denied these claims, stating it operated near one hospital but did not directly fire at it. They affirmed the use of precise munitions against a Hamas target in northern Gaza, describing the area as an active war zone while attempting to avoid harming civilians.
The Israeli operation in Jabaliya, northern Gaza, has entered its third week. Israel has ordered the entire northern Gaza population, including Gaza City, to move south since the war’s commencement, reiterating these orders this month. Approximately 400,000 people are believed to remain in northern Gaza.
The head of health in #Gaza, #Munir_Al_Bursh, spoke with so much pain and even broke down in tears during a press interview because of the ongoing massacres in #Gaza and the serious lack of medical supplies. pic.twitter.com/TBo5zzzTsW
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The United Nations (UN) described the unfolding scenes in Gaza as “horrifying” and reiterated calls for an end to the conflict. The UN also called for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas and the uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza. “The nightmare in Gaza is intensifying. Horrifying scenes are unfolding in the northern Strip amidst conflict, relentless Israeli strikes and an ever-worsening humanitarian crisis. Nowhere is safe in Gaza,” stated UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Tor Wennesland. He added that peace requires courage, political will, and renewed diplomacy from all sides. “We owe it to the families suffering in Gaza and Israel. The war must stop now,” Wennesland concluded.
What Other Media Are Saying
- Al Jazeera provides a detailed guide to Israel’s war on Gaza, highlighting key moments, civilian casualties, and international responses, emphasizing the ongoing humanitarian crisis and military escalation.(read more)
- NPR reports Israeli strikes in northern Gaza have resulted in at least 87 deaths or missing persons, exacerbating a disastrous healthcare situation amidst ongoing violence and civilian tolls.(read more)
- CBS News reports on Israel’s large-scale operation in northern Gaza, targeting Hamas, resulting in significant civilian casualties and a humanitarian crisis, with the U.S. urging a cease-fire.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
How many people have died in the recent Gaza conflict?
Nearly 108 fatalities have occurred over the past fortnight.
What has been the impact on Gaza’s healthcare system?
The influx of wounded has worsened the already catastrophic situation for Gaza’s healthcare system.
Has the Israeli military targeted hospitals in Gaza?
The Israeli military denies targeting hospitals but admits operating near one.
What is the current situation in northern Gaza?
Israel’s operation in Jabaliya has entered its third week, with around 400,000 people believed to remain in northern Gaza.
What has the UN said about the Gaza conflict?
The UN described the situation as ‘horrifying’ and called for an end to the conflict and the release of hostages.
