Israeli forces continue killing Palestinians in Gaza, death toll reaches 72,942

The Gaza Ministry of Health has reported that Israeli forces have killed 72,942 Palestinians in the enclave since the outbreak of the war against Hamas on October 7, 2023. In the past 24 hours, the bodies of one martyr and nine wounded individuals were transferred to hospitals in the Gaza Strip. The ministry noted that many victims remain trapped under rubble and in the streets, with rescue teams unable to reach them due to field conditions.

Since the ceasefire came into effect on October 11, 2024, 933 Palestinians have been killed and 2,868 others injured. During this period, the bodies of 781 martyrs have been recovered from the rubble. The total number of injured since the war began has reached 172,967.

The report highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where the death toll continues to rise despite the ceasefire. According to the Mehr News Agency, the ministry's figures underscore the severe impact of the conflict on the civilian population.