Official Gaza Death Toll Passes 45,000

The Gaza Health Ministry reported today that the civilian death toll in Gaza has now officially exceeded 45,000 as a result of Israeli military operations in the strip since Oct. 7, 2023. The revised death toll, which includes 17,000 children, marking another grim milestone in the 14-month war, reported Al Jazeera. The toll does not include the 11,000 missing Palestinians, who are thought to be trapped under the rubble. “The amount of loss of life in Gaza is unbearable among the Palestinians who have been living through this war for more than 14 months,” said Al Jazeera correspondent Hind Khoudary. “Every single aspect of life, including schools, shelters, and hospitals, has been targeted by the Israeli forces.”