Gaza War Death Toll Surpasses 60,000 Amid Humanitarian Crisis

Post by : Monika

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By July 29, 2025, the situation in Gaza has grown into a major humanitarian disaster. According to Gaza’s health ministry, more than 60,000 Palestinians have been killed since the war began on October 7, 2023. Nearly 146,000 others have been wounded. Many people are still missing, likely buried under the rubble of destroyed buildings. Hunger and poor health are spreading fast, making the crisis even worse.

How the War Started
The conflict began when Hamas launched a deadly attack on southern Israel, killing around 1,200 people and taking over 250 hostages. In response, Israel started a large military campaign that included bombing from the air and ground operations across Gaza.

Since then, Israeli forces say they have targeted and destroyed Hamas bases, tunnels, and fighters. They claim thousands of militants have been killed. But reports show that most of those who have died are civilians—especially women, children, and the elderly.

Hospitals Are Collapsing
Gaza’s hospitals and clinics are barely working now. Many have been bombed or shut down. Medical supplies are very low, and doctors are unable to treat people properly. Even basic medicines and treatments are not available. Some patients who could have survived are dying because they can't get help.

Health workers are doing their best, but many have become patients themselves. The shortage of clean water, food, and shelter is also making things worse for them.

Children Are Dying From Hunger
A growing number of children are dying from hunger and lack of nutrition. At least 147 people, including 88 children, have died from starvation since the war started. In some parts of Gaza, people are waiting in long lines for food and water. More than 130 people have been shot while standing in line to get aid. These aid points are often set up by international relief organizations trying to help.

Famine Is Happening Now
An international group that studies food shortages has warned that a famine is now unfolding in Gaza. People are eating much less than normal, and many children are suffering from extreme hunger. Doctors in hospitals have reported that many babies are coming in looking very weak, with their bones showing. These children need urgent medical and nutritional help.

The group says the worst-case scenario is already happening. If the situation doesn’t improve, many more people could die—not just from bombings, but from hunger.

Some Aid Is Arriving, But Not Enough
Under pressure from world leaders and aid groups, Israel has started allowing short, daily pauses in some areas to let aid through. These pauses last about 10 hours each day in certain places like Deir al-Balah and Gaza City. Some aid is also being dropped by air.

But humanitarian groups say this is not enough. Groups like Oxfam and Doctors Without Borders have said the help coming in is too little and too slow. They call it “crumbs” and say it won’t prevent more deaths.

Aid trucks from Egypt, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates have entered Gaza, but strict checks and ongoing fighting are causing major delays in getting supplies to people who need them.

The World Reacts
Many world leaders have spoken out about the rising number of civilian deaths in Gaza. Countries like Germany, France, and Spain, as well as religious leaders like Pope Francis, have asked for a ceasefire and for aid to move freely into Gaza.

Some officials in Europe are even thinking about stopping Israel’s involvement in research and science programs until the violence stops. They say Israel’s actions may be breaking international laws.

Human rights groups have also raised serious concerns. Some groups, including one based in Israel, say the way the war is being carried out could amount to genocide. They point to the fact that many people are being cut off from food, water, and other basic needs.

Millions Have Lost Their Homes
The war has forced more than 90% of Gaza’s 2.3 million people to leave their homes. Many families are now living in overcrowded shelters or even sleeping on the streets without food, clean water, or bathrooms. In some cases, 30 or more people are sharing a single room.

Doctors, aid workers, and even UN staff members are collapsing from hunger and exhaustion. This shows just how bad the situation has become. People are doing everything they can to survive, but many are reaching their limits.

Peace Talks Have Failed So Far
Talks to stop the fighting were recently held in Doha, Qatar. But these peace talks ended without any agreement. Meanwhile, military action continues every day. People are still dying, and the crisis is getting worse.

Experts warn that if there is no real peace deal soon—and no way to bring in large amounts of food, water, and medical aid—the number of people dying will keep going up. The problem is no longer just about war—it’s about survival.

What Needs to Happen Now
To stop this crisis from getting even worse, several things need to happen fast:

• A complete ceasefire across Gaza
• Full access for aid trucks and relief workers
• Safe zones where civilians can live without fear
• Support for hospitals and rebuilding medical services
• Help to bring back missing people and care for the injured

Many countries and organizations want to help, but time is running out. Every day of delay could mean more lives lost.

Topic    Details

• Death Toll    Over 60,000 Palestinians killed since October 7, 2023
• Wounded    About 146,000 injured; thousands still missing
• Main Victims    Mostly civilians, especially women and children
• Healthcare    Hospitals damaged, medicine shortage, staff overwhelmed
• Starvation    147 deaths from hunger; 88 were children
• Famine    Already happening; many children malnourished
• Aid Access    Some aid entering but very slow and limited
• Displacement    Over 90% of population homeless or in shelters
• Peace Talks    Failed so far; war continues with no agreement
• Global Response    Widespread concern; legal and moral questions raised
   

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