Israel-Hamas Conflict: Humanitarian and Geopolitical Crisis

The one-year anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel marks a period of continued conflict with significant humanitarian and geopolitical implications. The attack resulted in the deaths of over 1,200 Israelis and led to a severe military response from Israel, causing over 41,000 Palestinian deaths and massive displacement. Human stories, such as Malak in Gaza who lost her father and sustained injuries, highlight the personal toll of the conflict. International figures, like Sir Keir Starmer, warn of escalating violence in the Middle East and call for ceasefires, emphasizing complications from Iran's involvement. Meanwhile, Israel has been conducting military operations against Iran-backed Hezbollah and other threats, while also dealing with internal divisions over the war's conduct. The war has severely disrupted education in Gaza, risking a lost generation due to damaged infrastructure and displacement.