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Gaza War: Three Years of Devastation and Loss

10/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Gaza war has lasted three years, the longest conflict since 1948.
More than 67,000 Palestinians have died and 169,583 have been injured.
About 20,000 children have been killed, with many more injured or orphaned.
Healthcare has faced 735 documented assaults, killing 917 people.
International bodies accuse Israel of genocide, which Israel denies.

History

Historical Context

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict began in 1948 with the establishment of Israel, leading to the displacement of over 700,000 Palestinians. The ongoing tensions have resulted in repeated violence, including the recent Gaza War, which has claimed over 67,000 Palestinian lives since 2023. These historical struggles for land and rights continue to fuel international debates on human rights and state sovereignty.

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Story summary

The Gaza war has lasted three years, the longest conflict since 1948.
More than 67,000 Palestinians have died and 169,583 have been injured.
About 20,000 children have been killed, with many more injured or orphaned.
Healthcare has faced 735 documented assaults, killing 917 people.
International bodies accuse Israel of genocide, which Israel denies.

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