When a ceasefire took effect in the Gaza Strip on October 10, hopes soared for a lasting lull in violence. However, Gaza health authorities reported on Monday that Israeli military strikes have claimed 80 lives and wounded 303 people since the truce began.
In the past 24 hours alone, 57 deaths and 158 injuries were recorded, the health authorities added. These numbers reveal the uneven calm facing residents of Gaza.
Adding to the tension, both Israel and Hamas accuse one another of breaching the ceasefire deal, highlighting the fragility of peace in the enclave.
For young global citizens, entrepreneurs, and travelers alike, these figures bring a sobering reminder: stability remains out of reach without renewed dialogue and accountability. Data-driven insights like these underscore the human cost behind the headlines and the urgent need for sustainable solutions.
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Gaza health authorities report 80 deaths in Israeli strikes since ceasefire
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