Gaza Conflict Death Toll Exceeds 74,000; Israeli Opposition Unites Against Netanyahu
Summary
The Gaza Ministry of Health says Palestinian deaths in the war between Israel and Hamas have surpassed 74,000, with 175,068 wounded. Israeli opposition parties have also pledged to unite against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of next month’s elections.
Key Points
- The Gaza Ministry of Health says 74,016 Palestinians have been killed and 175,068 injured since the war began on October 7, 2023.
- An additional 1,145 Palestinians have reportedly been killed since the October 10 ceasefire took effect, while seven Israeli soldiers have also died.
- Israel says its army will keep operating in response to threats, and key ceasefire steps remain unimplemented, including Hamas disarmament and reconstruction.
- Israeli opposition parties have agreed to cooperate to try to defeat Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition in next month’s elections.
