The humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepened as local health authorities reported a surge in casualties, with the death toll climbing to 43,922 and over 103,898 injured since the onset of Israeli genocidal aggression on October 7, 2023.

In the past 24 hours alone, Israeli occupation forces carried out four massacres against families in the Gaza Strip. At least 76 Palestinians lost their lives, while 158 others were injured in the latest wave of attacks. Women and children remain disproportionately affected, comprising the majority of casualties, according to medical reports.

Emergency responders face severe challenges in reaching victims as Israeli forces continue to block ambulance and civil defense crews. Bodies remain trapped under rubble or scattered on roads, compounding the already dire situation in the war-torn enclave.

The health sector, stretched beyond capacity, is struggling to cope with the massive influx of casualties while grappling with limited resources and restricted mobility.

The escalating violence has drawn widespread condemnation and urgent calls for a ceasefire to allow humanitarian aid and emergency services access to affected areas. However, as the conflict intensifies, the prospects for immediate relief remain uncertain.

The ongoing blockade and relentless bombardment have left the Gaza Strip on the brink of a humanitarian catastrophe, with the international community urging swift action to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian population. (ILKHA)