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Gaza Death Toll Surpasses 62,700 as Famine Ravages Bombarded Enclave

Gaza: At least 62,744 Palestinians have been killed in Israel's ongoing military campaign against the Gaza Strip since October 2023, according to the Health Ministry. The ministry reported that 58 people were killed and 308 others injured in the past 24 hours, raising the total number of injuries to 158,259.

According to Anadolu Agency, the ministry also confirmed 11 new deaths from starvation and malnutrition, including two children, increasing the total famine-related deaths to 300, with 117 children among them. Many victims remain trapped under rubble or on the streets, as rescue efforts are hampered by continuous Israeli bombardment and insufficient equipment.

Since March 18, following Israel's resumption of military operations after violating a ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement, the Health Ministry stated that 10,900 Palestinians have been killed and 46,218 injured. Additionally, Israeli forces have targeted civilians seeking humanitarian aid, resulting in 28 deaths and 184 injuries in the last 24 hours.

The ministry noted that since May 27, 2,123 Palestinians have been killed and over 15,615 injured while attempting to access aid. Israel's comprehensive blockade of Gaza, enforced since early March, has led to dire conditions for its 2.4 million residents, causing famine, disease, and the breakdown of essential services.

In November, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.