The Gaza Health Ministry has reported that 88 individuals were killed in Israeli airstrikes on the territory within the past 24 hours.
This surge in casualties brings the total death toll in the ongoing conflict to a staggering 45,805, according to AFP.
In a statement released by the ministry, officials also disclosed that the nearly 15-month-long hostilities between Israel and Hamas have left at least 109,064 people wounded.
The conflict, described as one of the deadliest and most protracted in the region’s recent history, was sparked by Hamas’s large-scale attack on Israel on October 7, 2023.
The situation in Gaza has been marked by relentless violence, with widespread devastation to infrastructure and mounting humanitarian concerns.
International organizations have repeatedly warned of a growing crisis in the enclave, where millions are grappling with limited access to basic necessities such as food, clean water, and medical supplies.
Efforts to mediate a ceasefire have so far been unsuccessful, with both sides continuing to exchange blame for the escalation.
Global leaders have expressed alarm at the rising civilian casualties, urging both parties to prioritize de-escalation and humanitarian aid access.
As the conflict grinds on, the toll on civilians continues to mount, raising urgent questions about the prospects for peace and the long-term impact of the fighting on the region’s stability.
