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Rising Toll: Gaza's Health Ministry Reports 37,372 Dead Amid Prolonged Conflict

Rising Toll: Gaza's Health Ministry Reports 37,372 Dead Amid Prolonged Conflict
Wednesday 19 June 2024 - 13:43
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The health ministry in Gaza reported on Tuesday that the death toll in the besieged strip has reached a staggering 37,372 individuals, amidst over eight months of continuous Israeli aggression and attacks.

In its latest statement, the ministry confirmed that at least 25 people have lost their lives in the past 24 hours alone. The cumulative casualties since the escalation began on October 7 last year have also left 85,452 individuals wounded, adding to the region's mounting humanitarian crisis.

The ongoing conflict, marked by relentless airstrikes and ground operations, has exacerbated the already dire conditions in Gaza. The health ministry's statistics underscore the severe impact on the civilian population, with hospitals struggling to cope with the influx of casualties and the scarcity of medical supplies further complicating the situation.

As international calls for a ceasefire intensify, the dire statistics reported by Gaza’s health ministry highlight the urgent need for a resolution to the conflict. The humanitarian toll continues to climb, with no immediate end in sight, casting a somber shadow over the region’s future.

This grim report from Gaza's health ministry serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of prolonged conflict, urging the global community to seek avenues for peace and relief for the beleaguered residents of the Gaza Strip.


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