Gaza death toll reaches staggering 44,580 as Israeli bombardment continues
The death toll in the Gaza Strip has risen to 44,580, with over 105,739 injured, as the Israeli military campaign intensifies.
According to medical sources, five massacres were reported in the past 24 hours alone, claiming the lives of 48 civilians and wounding 201 others.
The ongoing Israeli aggression, which began on October 7, 2023, has disproportionately impacted children and women, who make up the majority of the casualties. Thousands remain trapped beneath rubble or scattered on roads, with rescue teams struggling to reach them due to continuous airstrikes, widespread destruction, and severe shortages of resources.
Ambulance and civil defense teams are hampered by a critical lack of fuel and heavy equipment necessary for rescue operations. Additionally, frequent disruptions to communication and internet services, along with devastated infrastructure, have made documenting the full extent of casualties and damage nearly impossible.
Health officials warn that casualty figures are incomplete, as the relentless bombardment obstructs rescue and relief efforts. The humanitarian crisis continues to deepen, with mounting calls for immediate international intervention to halt the violence and provide aid to those affected. (ILKHA)
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