The war between Israel and Hamas has now completed its 100th day, resulting in a staggering death toll surpassing 24,000. The United Nations reveals that over three months of relentless fighting have led to the displacement of approximately 85 percent of Gaza's population.
Humanitarian catastrophe unfolds
The conflict, triggered by Palestinian attacks on Israel, has not only claimed thousands of lives but has also given rise to a humanitarian catastrophe in the besieged strip. The UN and aid groups warn that the 2.4 million people in Gaza are facing dire conditions, with much of the territory reduced to rubble.
Health officials in Gaza reported over 60 casualties and numerous injuries in a single night due to what the Hamas media office described as "intense" Israeli bombardment. Hospitals, schools, and homes have been targeted, with the World Health Organization stating that most healthcare facilities are no longer functioning.
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With civilians crowded into shelters, life in Gaza has become a struggle for basic necessities. Displaced individuals are facing shortages of food, water, fuel, and medical care. Mohammad Kahil, displaced from northern Gaza to Rafah, describes the dire conditions, stating, "There's no food, no water, no heating. We are dying from the cold."
Israel, vowing to destroy Hamas, launched a relentless military campaign following Hamas's October 7 attack that triggered the war. The conflict has resulted in about 1,140 deaths in Israel, mostly civilians, and the seizure of hostages. The international community has expressed concern over the surging civilian casualties in Gaza.
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Humanitarian aid is urgently needed
UN agencies, including the World Health Organization, World Food Programme, and UNICEF, issued a joint statement emphasizing the urgent need for a "fundamental step change" in humanitarian aid flow into Gaza. They called for "safer, faster" supply routes to prevent a deadly combination of hunger, malnutrition, and disease.