Approximately 12.5 thousand people were also injured as Israel continued its air campaign against targets in the Palestinian enclave, the ministry added.
On October 7, the Palestinian Islamist group “Hamas” from the Gaza Strip unexpectedly attacked Israel, invading its territory and carrying out rocket attacks. Israel carried out retaliatory strikes on the Gaza Strip. More than 1.4 thousand people died in Israel. people, including civilians.
Israel announced on Friday that 1.1 million population to evacuate from the northern part of the Gaza Strip to the south ahead of an expected ground invasion, and the United Nations has called for the order to be revoked.
Hamas is the Palestinian militant group that rules the Gaza Strip; it 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 acquisition 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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**Interview with Dr. Sarah Cohen, Middle East Conflict Expert**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Cohen. With the recent escalation in the Israel-Gaza conflict and reports indicating around 3,000 casualties in Gaza and over 1,400 in Israel, can you provide us with some context about the origins of this current situation?
**Dr. Cohen:** Absolutely. This conflict has deep historical roots, but the immediate catalyst this time was the unprecedented attack by Hamas on Israel on October 7. They launched a surprise assault, including ground incursions and extensive rocket fire into Israeli territory. This marked a significant escalation and broke a relatively fragile status quo that had existed.
**Interviewer:** It sounds like a devastating situation on both sides. What have been the humanitarian implications of this conflict escalation?
**Dr. Cohen:** The humanitarian implications are severe. As of now, around 12,500 individuals have been reported injured in Gaza alone, and the casualties are rising as Israel continues its air campaign targeting what it describes as Hamas infrastructure. Civilians are bearing the brunt of these strikes, and the infrastructure in Gaza is deteriorating rapidly, leading to urgent humanitarian needs.
**Interviewer:** In light of these developments, how have international reactions shaped the situation?
**Dr. Cohen:** International reactions have been varied. Many Western nations have condemned the initial attack by Hamas, calling it an act of terrorism. However, there’s also a growing concern regarding the humanitarian crisis developing in Gaza due to the Israeli airstrikes. Calls for ceasefire and negotiated peace talks are increasing, but the path forward is complicated by deep-seated animosities and political divisions.
**Interviewer:** Given the complexity of this conflict, what steps can be taken to de-escalate the situation?
**Dr. Cohen:** A multi-faceted approach is necessary. Immediate measures include humanitarian aid access to affected civilians in Gaza, pressure on both sides to cease hostilities, and renewed efforts for dialogue facilitated by international mediators. Long-term, addressing the underlying issues—such as territorial disputes, humanitarian rights, and mutual recognition—will be essential for lasting peace.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Cohen, for your insights. It’s a troubling time, and we appreciate you shedding light on these complex issues.
**Dr. Cohen:** Thank you for having me. It’s crucial to keep discussing these issues to foster understanding and support for those affected.
