Aid group reports ongoing casualties in Gaza despite declared ceasefire

Israeli attacks have killed or wounded a Palestinian in Gaza every 90 minutes on average since a ceasefire was announced in October last year, Al Jazeera reported, citing the United Kingdom based charity Islamic Relief. The organization called for global action on Thursday as deadly strikes continue and humanitarian conditions worsen across the territory. [1][4]

The aid group reported that at least 1,454 Palestinians were killed and more than 5,000 wounded over the year, including at least 320 children. Figures from Gaza's Health Ministry differ slightly, with the ministry reporting 1,471 Palestinians killed and 5,189 wounded since the ceasefire. [1]

Middle East Eye reported that overall casualties since 7 October 2023 have reached at least 74,000 Palestinians killed, including 21,500 children, citing the Palestinian Ministry of Health. Middle East Eye added that around 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been damaged, while thousands of people remain missing under the rubble. [2]

The military campaign began after Hamas led an attack on Israel on 7 October 2023, during which 1,195 Israelis and foreign nationals were killed and 251 people were taken hostage. In response, Israel launched a major military operation in the blockaded Gaza Strip. [5][7]

Islamic Relief warned that human suffering remains severe as civilian infrastructure stays devastated and families face ongoing loss and displacement throughout the territory. [1][2]