Over the past 24 hours, the Ministry of Health in Gaza has reported that at least 46 Palestinians have lost their lives in Israeli attacks, bringing the total death toll to a staggering 33,843 people. Additionally, the ministry has stated that 76,575 Palestinians have been wounded, although these figures have not been independently verified.
According to the latest data from the ministry as of April 13, the grim statistics reveal the devastating impact of the conflict:
- 14,560 Palestinian children have tragically been killed.
- 9,582 women have also lost their lives.
- 485 medical staff members have been among the casualties.
- Furthermore, a concerning 72% of the Palestinians killed are women and children.
The United Nations has issued a stark warning regarding the situation, highlighting the extensive destruction caused by Israel's military offensive in Gaza, which has now surpassed six months. The UN expressed deep concern over the violations of international law and human rights committed by all parties involved in the conflict, emphasizing the unprecedented levels of destruction and civilian suffering in Gaza over the past six months.
The UN's statement in April underscored the severity of the situation, condemning the gross violations of international human rights law and the immense toll on civilians in Gaza. The organization described the widespread devastation in Gaza as unprecedented and called for urgent action to address the ongoing crisis.
