Gaza: Israeli military attacks in the Gaza Strip have once again shaken humanity. In recent days, more than 250 people have been killed in Israeli air strikes and military actions, including women, children and the elderly. According to a report by Al Jazeera, at least 100 people were killed in the latest attacks in Gaza on May 16, 2025, while many others are buried under the rubble. The Gaza Health Ministry said that more than 53,000 people have lost their lives so far in the conflict that began in October 2023. This figure reflects the horror of this war.
Background and latest developments of the war
The war began on 7 October 2023 after Hamas attacked Israel, killing about 1,200 people and taking close to 250 hostages. In response, Israel launched a massive military operation on Gaza, with the stated aim of "destroying" Hamas. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has recently vowed to further intensify his military campaign, which he named the "conquest of Gaza". However, the campaign has taken a heavy toll on Gazan civilians.
On 15 May 2025, Israeli attacks killed 143 people in a single day, taking the death toll past 53,000. Gazan hospitals and rescue teams are struggling to cope with the ever-increasing bodies and wounded. A BBC report said that thiscopywrite US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed concern over the humanitarian situation in Gaza, but he insisted on Hamas' surrender.
Humanitarian crisis and international response
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has now reached catastrophic levels. Israel has imposed a complete ban on all supplies to Gaza, including food, medicines and fuel, from March 2, 2025. According to Al Jazeera, this blockade has put 2.3 million Gazans on the brink of starvation. The United Nations has warned that food aid in Gaza has completely run out, and about 2.9 lakh children are on the verge of death.
The international community has given mixed reactions to this crisis. While some countries have condemned Israel's actions, allies like the US have continued to support it. Recently, Israel has spoken of starting mediation talks for hostage release in Qatar, but Hamas made it clear that it would only release the hostages if Israel agrees to a full withdrawal from Gaza and a permanent ceasefire.
The pain of the people of Gaza
Gaza residents say they no longer have a safe haven. UNRWA, a United Nations agency, reported that Israeli forces twice attacked a school-turned-shelter, killing 30 people, including many women and children. Five children were killed in a drone strike on a busy street in Gaza City, sparking outrage around the world.
The way forward
The situation in Gaza is getting worse. Israel plans to fully occupy Gaza and potentially expel Palestinians, in what many are calling a "second Nakba." Hamas, on the other hand, has demanded the international community to hold Israel accountable.
Meanwhile, Gazans live in the shadow of death every day. Hospitals are running out of space, and there are no resources to save those buried under rubble. This war is not only a human tragedy, but also a big question for the world community whether there is any hope left for peace and justice?
Conclusion
The Israeli attacks in Gaza not only took thousands of lives but also put an entire community in an existential crisis. The silence and lack of action of the international community has only deepened this tragedy. Will the conscience of world leaders now wake up, or will the pain of Gaza remain unheard?
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