62,966 Palestinians killed in Gaza attacks, 317 die of starvation
At least 71 Palestinians, including 22 aid seekers, have been killed and 339 injured in Israeli attacks across Gaza in 24 hours, according to the enclave’s Health Ministry. Four others, including two children, have died from forced starvation.
Israel’s war on Gaza has killed 62,966 Palestinians and injured 159,266 since October 7, 2023, the ministry added. They said, However, the actual death toll could be higher, as many are still trapped under rubble and rescue efforts are being hampered by a shortage of equipment and manpower.
Israeli forces continue to attack Palestinians who gather for aid. The total number of aid seekers killed since May 27, when Israel introduced a new aid distribution mechanism through the US-based GHF, has reached 2,180, with more than 16,046 injured, the statement said. So far, 317 Palestinians have died from malnutrition, 121 of whom are children.
Israel began its military campaign in Gaza after Hamas launched a surprise attack on October 7, 2023, killing 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages. After nearly one and a half years of continuous attacks, Israel declared a ceasefire on January 19 this year under international pressure.
However, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that the operation will continue until Hamas is completely weakened and hostages are freed. Meanwhile, the United Nations and the international community keep calling for an end to the war, but the situation in Gaza is becoming increasingly dire.
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