The Gaza Health Ministry announced on Saturday that the death toll among Palestinians has surged to 39,790 since the onset of the Israeli military offensive on October 7th.
Additionally, the number of injured has risen to 92,002, reflecting the devastating impact of the ongoing conflict.
The conflict between Israel and Hamas, the governing authority in Gaza, reignited on October 7th, leading to one of the deadliest confrontations in recent history.
The escalation began with a series of Hamas rocket attacks on Israeli cities, to which Israel responded with a large-scale military operation targeting Hamas infrastructure and personnel in Gaza.
The Israeli offensive, which includes airstrikes and ground incursions, has led to widespread destruction in Gaza, a densely populated area already struggling with the aftermath of previous conflicts.
The humanitarian situation has deteriorated rapidly, with critical shortages of food, water, medical supplies, and electricity.
The high casualty figures reported by the Gaza Health Ministry underscore the severity of the conflict, which has drawn international concern and calls for an immediate ceasefire.
However, efforts to broker peace have so far been unsuccessful, with both sides continuing to engage in intense military actions.
The global community has responded with a mix of condemnation and diplomatic efforts to halt the violence.
The United Nations and various human rights organizations have expressed alarm over the rising civilian toll and the extensive damage to civilian infrastructure in Gaza.
There have been widespread calls for both Israel and Hamas to adhere to international humanitarian law, which mandates the protection of civilians during armed conflicts.
The ongoing violence has also fueled protests worldwide, with demonstrators demanding an end to the bloodshed and increased international pressure on both parties to return to the negotiating table.
