Recent reports from the health ministry in Gaza reveal a grim milestone in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Since Israel's war on Hamas began following an attack on October 7, more than 40,000 Palestinians have lost their lives, with 40 people dying in the past 24 hours alone. The total number of deaths now stands at 40,005, and over 92,401 individuals have been injured.
The health ministry's figures do not differentiate between combatants and civilians, but it is noted that a significant portion of the deceased are women and children. Israel has claimed to have killed over 17,000 combatants in Gaza, with an additional 10,000 individuals believed to be missing and buried under rubble.
