Gaza conflict death toll rises amid ongoing airstrikes
The medical authorities in the Gaza Strip have reported that at least 38 people were killed in the last 24 hours due to Israeli airstrikes. Among the victims was a mother and her two children who had taken shelter in a tent.
The attack occurred in the city of Deir al-Balah, where displaced persons were staying. Meanwhile, in Jabalia, in the northern Gaza Strip, at least five people — including two women and a child — were killed.
Brutal bombardments of the Gaza Strip
According to the Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip, since the resumption of the Israeli offensive in March, aimed at eliminating Hamas and freeing 58 hostages abducted on October 7, 2023, 3,785 people have been killed.
53,000 victims, mainly women and children
On Saturday, Israel stated that "claims about civilian casualties are being analyzed." It also assured that it is taking measures to minimize them and blamed Hamas, which operates in populated areas.
The health ministry, associated with Hamas, claims that during the 19-month military campaign, Israel has killed over 53,000 Palestinians, mainly women and children. The AP agency notes that the ministry does not specify how many Hamas militants have been killed.
