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Death Toll Surges Amid Ongoing Gaza Crisis

1/5/2026

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The Palestinian Ministry of Health reports Israeli forces continue attacks and demolitions in Gaza, with the death toll since October 7, 2023 at 71,386 and 171,264 injured.
Ongoing military actions, including controlled explosions and home demolitions, hinder rescue efforts.
Eyewitnesses noted explosions in Gaza City as Israeli drones fired on civilians.
UN officials warn of extreme food insecurity and a worsening humanitarian crisis as emergency crews struggle to access trapped victims.

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The Palestinian Ministry of Health reports Israeli forces continue attacks and demolitions in Gaza, with the death toll since October 7, 2023 at 71,386 and 171,264 injured.
Ongoing military actions, including controlled explosions and home demolitions, hinder rescue efforts.
Eyewitnesses noted explosions in Gaza City as Israeli drones fired on civilians.
UN officials warn of extreme food insecurity and a worsening humanitarian crisis as emergency crews struggle to access trapped victims.