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UNICEF Reports 300 Child Deaths in Gaza, Sends School Supplies

8/7/2026

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Summary

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UNICEF director Edouard Beigbeder said at least 300 children have died in Gaza in the 300 days since the October 10, 2025 ceasefire.
UNICEF delivered over 600 pallets of school supplies and soap ahead of a school year starting within two weeks.
UN agencies called for immediate protection of children.
Gaza Health Ministry reported Israeli strikes have killed 1,255 Palestinians and wounded 4,125 since October 10, 2025.

History

Historical Context

The siege of Sarajevo began on 5 April 1992 when Bosnian Serb forces encircled the Bosnian capital, creating the longest modern capital siege (1,425 days) and killing an estimated 13,952 people, including 5,434 civilians. The United Nations declared a humanitarian emergency, prompting UNICEF aid and later UN debates on stronger protection protocols that echo today’s Gaza crisis.

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Story summary

UNICEF director Edouard Beigbeder said at least 300 children have died in Gaza in the 300 days since the October 10, 2025 ceasefire.
UNICEF delivered over 600 pallets of school supplies and soap ahead of a school year starting within two weeks.
UN agencies called for immediate protection of children.
Gaza Health Ministry reported Israeli strikes have killed 1,255 Palestinians and wounded 4,125 since October 10, 2025.

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