The human cost of the conflict in Gaza ⁤is staggering. Recent confirmation from Herzi⁢ Halevi, former Chief ⁢of Staff of the Israeli Army, underscores the immense suffering endured by Palestinians. halevi publicly acknowledged assessments from the Gaza Ministry of Health – figures that, while disputed by the Israeli government as potential Hamas propaganda, are considered reliable by numerous international⁤ organizations – indicating that over 10% of Gaza’s population has been either killed or injured.

With a pre-conflict population of 2.2 million, this translates to more than 64,700 deaths and 164,000 injuries. These numbers, representing a profound⁢ humanitarian crisis, do not differentiate between combatants and ‍civilians. The scale of⁣ devastation is almost incomprehensible, impacting nearly every⁢ family ⁢in the