💔 The skies over Gaza darkened not just with clouds but with tragedy on Monday, as at least 50 Palestinians, including women and children, lost their lives due to Israeli attacks, the Palestinian Civil Defense reported. Families are facing a reality harsher than any drama series ever written.
The attacks targeted residential homes and shelters for displaced people in areas like Beit Lahia and Jabalia in the north, Nuseirat camp in the center, and Khan Younis and Rafah in the south. These are places where people sought safety, now turned into scenes of devastation. 🏠➡️💥
Amidst the chaos, the Civil Defense announced that its operations in northern Gaza have come to a standstill because of \"continued Israeli targeting and aggression.\" This leaves thousands without essential humanitarian aid, medical care, or relief. It's like being left without a lifeline when you need it the most. 🚫🆘
Raed Al-Namas from the Palestinian Red Crescent Society painted a grim picture of the health crisis unfolding. With shortages of medical supplies and personnel, \"services are at a minimum,\" and a staggering 12,000 injured people desperately need treatment outside the Strip. 🏥🚑
This surge in violence followed Israel's large-scale offensive against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The conflict escalated after a Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, which resulted in around 1,200 deaths and approximately 250 hostages taken.
Gaza-based health authorities now report that the Palestinian death toll from the ongoing Israeli attacks has reached 43,922. The numbers are overwhelming, but behind each statistic is a human story, a family torn apart. 🌐💔
It's a stark reminder of the urgent need for peace and compassion in our world. Let's keep those affected in our thoughts and push for a future where such headlines become a thing of the past. ✌️🕊️
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50 killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza, Palestinian Civil Defense says
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