Campaign Story

The devastating humanitarian crisis in Gaza has resulted in staggering losses since Israel’s bombardment began on October 7, 2023. Key Statistics:

– Death Toll: Over 45,000 Palestinians killed, including more than 17,000 children and 12,300 women.
– Injuries and Missing Persons: 11,100 injured, and over 11,200 people remain missing, with 70% being women and children.
– Targeted Professions: 205 journalists, 1,068 healthcare workers, and 99 civil defense workers killed.
– Starvation and Malnutrition: 44 individuals reported dead from hunger.

Despite the ceasefire on January 19, 2025, violence persists, and the situation remains dire. Ongoing Challenges:

– Infrastructure Devastation: 70% of Gaza’s roads and water infrastructure destroyed.
– Homelessness: 300,000 people left homeless in northern Gaza, where 80% of buildings have been destroyed.
– Orphaned Children: Nearly 38,500 orphans reported, with 32,152 children losing their fathers, 4,417 their mothers, and 1,918 both parents.
– Aid Restrictions: Humanitarian aid hindered by the destruction of infrastructure, despite over 3,200 aid trucks entering Gaza since the ceasefire ¹.