Israeli Bombing Campaign in Gaza Described as Most Destructive in Decades

The Wall Street Journal's report found that the Israeli bombings in the Gaza Strip have caused extensive destruction comparable to some of the most intense bombing campaigns in history, with data showing that the bombings have resulted in the destruction or damage of nearly 70% of homes in Gaza. Remote-sensing experts at the City University of New York and Oregon State University analyzed satellite data, revealing that as many as 80% of the buildings in northern Gaza are damaged or destroyed. The conflict in Gaza has resulted in the deaths of over 21,500 Palestinians and more than 55,915 injured, with a higher death toll than Israeli forces in the conflict. The intensity and pace of the bombings in Gaza are unparalleled, with experts stating that the sheer speed of the damage is unprecedented.