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Gaza Death Toll Rises Amidst Ongoing Conflict
Israeli strikes kill at least 30 Palestinians in Gaza, amid a wider conflict with Hamas and Hezbollah, leading to a humanitarian crisis and widespread displacement.
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- What is the scope of Israel's military actions beyond Gaza?
- Israel's offensive in northern Gaza, focusing on Jabaliya refugee camp, has intensified despite international pressure for a ceasefire. The conflict extends beyond Gaza, with intensified Israeli strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
- What event sparked the current conflict between Israel and Hamas?
- The war began when Hamas and allied militants attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, resulting in the deaths of around 1,200 Israelis and the abduction of 250 others. This spurred a large-scale Israeli military response in Gaza and beyond.
- Describe the conditions faced by Palestinians fleeing northern Gaza.
- Dozens of Palestinians are fleeing northern Gaza due to heavy Israeli bombardment and a lack of aid, describing dire conditions, including starvation and lack of basic necessities. The UN estimates 100,000 people remain in the affected area with no aid reaching the far north for weeks.
- What is the reported death toll from recent Israeli strikes in Gaza?
- At least 30 Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza, including women and children, according to Palestinian health officials. The strikes targeted a weapons storage facility, and Israel claims steps were taken to minimize civilian harm.
- What is the overall death toll in Gaza since the beginning of the current conflict?
- The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza has resulted in over 43,000 Palestinian deaths, with more than half being women and children, according to Palestinian health officials. The conflict began with a Hamas attack on Israel in October 2023.