Israel-Hamas War: Death Toll At 4651 Including 1873 Children As Per Palesitinian Ministry| Details

In the wake of Hamas's 7th October attacks on Israel and subsequently Israel's counter action, the Palestinian Health Ministry reported a grim toll on Sunday, 22nd October, revealing that at least 4,651 people have lost their lives in Gaza since the start of the conflict.

This number represents a disheartening increase from the 4,385 casualties reported on Saturday, 21st October, coinciding with Israel's announcement of intensified military operations. Among the casualties are a tragic 1,873 children, according to the Ministry's statement. Moreover, the conflict has left 14,245 individuals wounded.

In a display of international solidarity, India dispatched humanitarian aid to Palestine earlier on Sunday, 22nd October.

Israeli military operations have extended beyond Gaza, with Israeli warplanes targeting various sites across the region. Notably, airstrikes were conducted on two airports in Syria and a mosque in the occupied West Bank, believed to be utilized by militants.

The conflict has not been confined solely to the Gaza Strip, as Israel has engaged in hostilities with Lebanon's Hezbollah militant group since the conflict's inception. Meanwhile, tensions have surged in the occupied West Bank, where Israeli forces have engaged militants in refugee camps and executed two airstrikes in recent days.

The recent overnight airstrikes, which escalated the conflict, transpired after Israeli military spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari called on the residents of Gaza to move to southern areas to protect themselves.

Providing a glimmer of hope in the midst of adversity, the border crossing connecting Egypt and Gaza opened its gates on Saturday, 21st October facilitating the much-needed inflow of humanitarian aid.

This assistance is crucial, as it reaches Palestinians who are grappling with severe shortages of basic necessities such as food, medicine, and clean water, all while enduring the ongoing Israeli blockade in the region.

(With inputs from agencies)