His comments came as Israel struck the Hamas-controlled territory, home to 2.3 million people. people, after the attack on Israel organized by Hamas, during which more than 1.2 thousand were killed. people. Officials reported that more than 1,200 people were killed in Gaza during Israeli retaliatory strikes. people.
Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel on Saturday, invading its territory and launching rocket attacks. Israel carried out retaliatory strikes on the Gaza Strip.
Hamas is the Palestinian militant group that rules the Gaza Strip and has been involved in several wars with Israel since taking over the Gaza Strip in 2007. The group has been recognized as a terrorist by Israel, the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom and some other countries.
Hamas is supported by Iran, financing the purchase of weapons, supplying them and providing military training. Hamas has a political office in Qatar, where some of its leaders are based.
2.3 million people live in the Gaza Strip. people, but Israel, with the help of Egypt, has imposed a blockade on the territory since 2007 – it restricted the import of goods to and from the territory by water, sea or air, as well as the ability of the Palestinians themselves to leave the territory, except for a few tens of thousands of workers.
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How do repeated power outages contribute to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and what specific challenges do they pose to essential services like healthcare?
## Interview with [Guest Name], [Guest Expertise]
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, [Guest Name]. As we continue to follow the developments in the Israel-Hamas conflict, reports indicate another power outage in Gaza, marking the ninth since the conflict began. What does this latest blackout tell us about the situation on the ground in Gaza?
**Guest:** It paints a grim picture of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza. These repeated outages disrupt essential services, including hospitals, communication networks, and access to clean water. With 2.3 million people crammed into a small territory, every disruption exacerbates already dire conditions. It’s crucial to remember that behind these statistics are real people suffering tremendously. [[1](https://www.cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-01-18-24/index.html)]
**Interviewer:** You mentioned hospitals. Can you elaborate on the impact of these blackouts on Gaza’s healthcare system?
**Guest:** The situation is extremely challenging. These outages make it difficult for hospitals to function properly. They can’t power critical equipment, including ventilators and surgical tools. This puts lives at risk, particularly for those who are already wounded or critically ill. It’s a desperate situation that requires urgent international intervention to ensure access to essential medical care.
**Interviewer:** We know that Israel has been conducting airstrikes in Gaza following the Hamas attacks on Israel, which tragically claimed the lives of over 1,200 people. Can you comment on the impact of these airstrikes on the civilian population in Gaza?
**Guest:** The human cost of this conflict is deeply concerning.
While recognizing the right of Israel to self-defense,
it is imperative that all parties involved take every possible measure to protect civilians and avoid further loss of innocent lives. Every civilian casualty is a tragedy.
**Interviewer:** We appreciate your insights, [Guest Name]. This is indeed a complex situation with dire humanitarian consequences. We hope for a swift and peaceful resolution to this conflict.
**(End of Interview)**
