The ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict has entered its 80th day, with devastating repercussions in the Gaza Strip. According to the latest figures from the Hamas-run Health Ministry in Gaza, the death toll has risen to at least 20,258 people since the conflict began on October 7. Tragically, the majority of the fatalities are women and children, underscoring the severe humanitarian impact on civilians.
In a bid to address the escalating crisis, the UN Security Council has approved an increase in aid to the Gaza Strip. This move aims to provide much-needed relief to the affected population. However, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has highlighted significant challenges, stating that the Israeli military operations are creating \"massive obstacles\" to the effective distribution of aid. These barriers are hindering the UN's efforts to deliver essential support to those in dire need.
The international community remains deeply concerned as the situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate. Calls for a humanitarian pause and increased efforts to ensure the safe passage of aid are growing louder, with many advocating for immediate action to alleviate the suffering of innocent civilians caught in the conflict.
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