More than 100 Palestinian children have been killed in the Gaza Strip since the ceasefire began in early October, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has reported.

The figure reflects an average of at least one child losing their life every single day during the supposed period of calm.

Speaking at a press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, UNICEF Spokesperson James Elder said that despite the ceasefire, life in Gaza remains extremely difficult and dangerous.

“Life in Gaza remains suffocating. Survival is still conditional,” Elder stated. “Whilst the bombings and shooting have slowed during the ceasefire, they have not stopped.”

According to UNICEF data, at least 60 boys and 40 girls have been killed in Gaza since the ceasefire, with hundreds more injured. Elder stressed that these numbers only represent cases where sufficient detail has been documented, meaning the true death toll is likely higher.

“At least 100 children have been killed, but the actual figure is expected to be significantly higher due to gaps in reporting and access,” he said.

Elder also highlighted the worsening humanitarian situation, explaining that continuing strikes and severe restrictions on essential supplies are placing children’s lives at even greater risk. Gaza is facing shortages of medical supplies, fuel, cooking gas, and critical components needed to operate water and sanitation systems.

“As strikes continue, severe restrictions remain on many essentials in Gaza – from essential medical supplies to cooking gas, fuel, and parts for lifesaving water and sanitation systems,” Elder said.

Humanitarian agencies continue to warn that without sustained protection and reliable access to aid, Gaza’s children remain endangered despite the ceasefire. (ILKHA)