The Palestine-Israel conflict has reached its 75th day, with the death toll in Gaza surpassing 19,600 since the strikes began on October 7, as reported by the Gaza Health Ministry on December 19.
Amid the ongoing violence, the Gaza Strip has seen a severe reduction in medical staff. Al Jazeera reports that at least 200 medical personnel have lost their lives, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region.
In a recent and tragic incident, Israeli troops mistakenly identified three Israeli hostages as threats during battles in northern Gaza, resulting in their deaths. Daniel Hagari, spokesperson for the Israel Defense Forces, confirmed the incident on December 15.
The continuous conflict has not only led to a devastating loss of life but has also strained medical and emergency services, leaving the residents of Gaza in an increasingly precarious situation.
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