• Over 57,300 Palestinians have been killed since October 2023, with at least 70 fatalities reported in 24 hours.
• Attacks predominantly target civilians, including those seeking humanitarian aid in shelters and tents.
• Israeli airstrikes led to significant casualties, including many children and women.

At least 57,338 Palestinians have been killed in Israel’s ongoing military operations in the Gaza Strip since October 2023, as reported by the Health Ministry. The toll included 70 bodies retrieved within the last 24 hours, alongside 332 new injuries, bringing the total injury count to 135,957. The statement highlighted the plight of many still trapped under rubble, unable to access aid due to the ongoing attacks, according to AA.

Israeli airstrikes have intensified, killing at least 47 individuals on a recent Saturday alone. Among the casualties were students sheltering in school facilities, with several strikes hitting sites designated as shelters. Eye-witnesses noted the harrowing aftermath, particularly in Gaza City and Jabalia, where families faced devastating losses, reported AA.

On another occasion, approximately 64 Palestinians were reported killed when airstrikes targeted civilians seeking humanitarian aid. At least 20 individuals were confirmed dead while waiting for aid, illustrating the dire conditions within the region as civilians attempt to secure food and resources amidst the ongoing conflict, as highlighted by AA.

Furthermore, international entities have voiced concern, with a UN expert denouncing the situation as “apocalyptic.” Calls have been made for an arms embargo and a cessation of trade ties with Israel due to the alleged human rights violations occurring as a result of its military campaigns in Gaza, according to Dawn and India Times.

The international community has responded with increasing pressure on Israel to halt the military operations that have resulted in significant civilian casualties, and which have been labeled as a “genocidal campaign” by various authorities, including the UN, according to AA and AA.