The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza deepens as the death toll from Israel’s relentless military campaign has soared to 54,418, according to medical sources.

A vast majority of the victims are women and children, highlighting the devastating toll the offensive has taken on civilians since it began on October 7.

In addition to the staggering loss of life, at least 124,190 Palestinians have been wounded, many of them suffering life-altering injuries. Thousands more remain trapped beneath the rubble of destroyed homes and buildings, as ongoing bombardments continue to obstruct rescue operations and emergency response efforts.

In the past 24 hours alone, 37 more Palestinians have been confirmed dead, including five whose bodies were pulled from beneath collapsed structures. Another 136 have been injured in fresh attacks, pushing an already overwhelmed health system further toward collapse.

The current figures do not reflect the situation in northern Gaza, where hospitals have been rendered inaccessible due to intense fighting and total blockade. Medical teams warn that the true scale of casualties is likely much higher.

As Gaza's infrastructure lies in ruins and civilians struggle to access food, water, and medical care, international calls for an immediate ceasefire have intensified. Human rights organizations have repeatedly condemned the Israeli military actions, citing grave violations of international humanitarian law and the targeting of densely populated civilian areas.

Palestinian families continue to mourn the loss of their loved ones, often burying entire generations at once, while facing unrelenting airstrikes, siege, and displacement. Despite mounting global outrage and calls for accountability, the suffering of Gaza's population shows no sign of easing.

Humanitarian agencies have urged the international community to act decisively to halt the bloodshed and ensure the protection of civilians, warning that Gaza is facing an unprecedented humanitarian and moral crisis. (ILKHA)