88 Palestinians killed by Israel in 24 hours
Palestinians try to continue their daily lives among the rubbles of demolished buildings under the difficult conditions due to Israeli attacks in Khan Yunis, Gaza on November 17, 2024. (AA Photo)
In the last 24 hours alone, 88 people were reportedly killed by Israeli forces in Gaza, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health. This surge is part of a 457-day bombardment that has claimed 45,805 lives since Oct. 7, 2023, and injured 109,064 others.
Why it matters
The rapid rise in casualties underscores the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Humanitarian workers report difficulties in retrieving bodies, citing restrictions by Israeli forces, which may push actual casualty figures even higher.
Details
- Continuous strikes: Israeli forces have been conducting attacks in Gaza for 457 days, with fatality counts escalating each day.
- Latest toll: During the past 24 hours, 88 individuals were killed in five separate incidents, while 208 others were wounded.
- Rescue challenges: Officials note that bodies remain under debris and along roadsides; limited access reportedly hinders timely recoveries.
Zoom in
Despite calls for a ceasefire, medical and rescue teams face considerable constraints in providing assistance. Local facilities are strained, operating under ongoing hostilities and restricted access.
Zoom out
International observers continue to demand an immediate halt to violence and a comprehensive political resolution. Without a durable ceasefire, additional civilian casualties and infrastructure damage appear inevitable.
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