Israel's Two-Year Gaza War Causes Massive Destruction, Humanitarian Crisis

Since the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, and the subsequent Israeli military response, Gaza has experienced widespread destruction and humanitarian crisis. Satellite images analyzed by experts show that approximately 60 to 78 percent of buildings in Gaza have been damaged or destroyed, with entire towns like Umm al-Nasser and Al-Mughraqa completely leveled. More than 67,000 Palestinians have been killed and nearly 170,000 injured, with the majority being civilians, including women and children, while Israel reports nearly 1,200 deaths and 251 hostages from the Hamas attack. The healthcare system in Gaza is on the brink of collapse, with 34 out of 36 hospitals damaged or destroyed and many medical staff operating under dire conditions. Additionally, Gaza faces severe food insecurity, with over 500,000 Palestinians living under famine conditions, exacerbated by blockades restricting humanitarian aid. Despite international calls and some temporary ceasefires, the conflict continues to devastate Gaza's infrastructure and population.