The conflict in Gaza continues to escalate, with Israeli forces intensifying their military operations across the region. Recent attacks have resulted in significant Palestinian casualties, with reports indicating between 10 and 81 Palestinians killed in the latest strikes. The Israeli military has targeted various locations, including refugee camps, residential areas, and UNRWA schools.One of the deadliest incidents occurred in the Nuseirat refugee camp, where an airstrike killed seven people and injured many others. The Israeli military confirmed attacking 25 targets throughout the Gaza Strip over the past day, claiming to have eliminated a ‘terrorist cell’ and a launcher used to fire at troops in Rafah.The Gaza Health Ministry reports that the total death toll since October 7, 2023, has now exceeded 38,800, with the majority being civilians, including 15,694 children and 10,279 women. The conflict has forced a significant portion of Gaza’s 2.4 million population to flee their homes, exacerbating an already critical humanitarian situation.In a significant development, Human Rights Watch has accused Hamas and at least four other Palestinian armed groups of committing numerous war crimes and crimes against humanity during the October 7 attack on southern Israel. The report found that these groups deliberately and indiscriminately attacked civilians, killed hostages, and committed sexual and gender-based violence. Hamas has rejected these allegations, calling them ‘lies and blatant bias’ towards Israel.Despite international pressure for a ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for increased pressure on Hamas. The ongoing violence has created a severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with NGOs warning that 50% of households are at risk of famine.As the conflict enters its 285th day, efforts for a ceasefire and the release of hostages held by Hamas remain stalled. The international community continues to express concern over the high civilian toll and the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Gaza.
Key points
- Israeli forces continue to intensify military operations in Gaza, resulting in significant Palestinian casualties.
- Human Rights Watch has accused Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups of committing war crimes during the October 7 attack on Israel.
- The Gaza Health Ministry reports the total death toll since October 7, 2023, has exceeded 38,800, mostly civilians.
- The ongoing conflict has created a severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with warnings of potential famine.
Contradictions👾There are discrepancies in the reported number of Palestinian casualties from recent attacks, with figures ranging from 10 to 81.
👾Hamas has rejected the Human Rights Watch report accusing them of war crimes, calling it ‘lies and blatant bias’.
