Sunday 22nd Dec 2024
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More than 43,900 people killed in Gaza

The ongoing Israeli military offensive in Gaza has resulted in a significant loss of life and widespread devastation. According to the Gaza Health Ministry, at least 76 people were killed on Monday, bringing the total death toll to 43,922. Additionally, 103,898 people have been reported injured since the beginning of the offensive. In the past 24 hours alone, four massacres targeting families have led to the deaths of at least 76 people, with 158 others injured.
The Gaza Health Ministry has also expressed grave concern over the continuing humanitarian crisis, stating that many individuals remain trapped inside collapsed buildings or stranded in the streets, beyond the reach of rescue teams.
The United Nations Security Council has called for an immediate ceasefire to halt the violence and prevent further loss of life. However, despite international calls for a cessation of hostilities, Israel continues its military operations, which have now entered their second year. The ongoing conflict has severely affected the civilian population of Gaza, leaving them without access to essential resources such as food, clean water, and medical services.
Efforts to mediate peace and secure a ceasefire, led by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar, have so far failed. These diplomatic initiatives have been unsuccessful due to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's refusal to halt the military campaign in Gaza.
The situation remains dire, with the humanitarian impact continuing to escalate as the conflict persists.
The international community is urged to continue efforts toward peace and to address the immediate humanitarian needs of those affected by the ongoing violence.