Airstrikes in Gaza kill more than 30 and worsen humanitarian crisis.

Airstrikes in Gaza kill more than 30 and worsen humanitarian crisis.

At least 30 dead and dozens injured in Israeli attacks on schools in Gaza, amid a devastating humanitarian conflict.

Juan Brignardello, asesor de seguros

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Juan Brignardello, asesor de seguros, se especializa en brindar asesoramiento y gestión comercial en el ámbito de seguros y reclamaciones por siniestros para destacadas empresas en el mercado peruano e internacional.

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War 04.08.2024

At least 30 people have lost their lives and dozens more have been injured in a series of airstrikes carried out by Israel against two schools in Gaza City, according to reports from the Civil Defense of the Palestinian enclave. The attacks occurred amid a conflict that has left thousands displaced and a devastating humanitarian crisis. The victims, mostly civilians, were in the educational centers that had been used as shelters by those fleeing violence in other parts of Gaza. Hamas authorities, which control the enclave, have stated that these attacks are part of a "genocidal war" that has resulted in the deaths of more than 1,040 people in attacks against schools since the beginning of this conflict. According to the Palestinian Red Crescent, their rescue teams have been working tirelessly to recover bodies from the rubble, a process that is becoming increasingly complicated due to the chaos and destruction. A video published on social media shows rescuers carrying several severely injured children, underscoring the tragedy that has unfolded in the region. For their part, the Israeli Armed Forces have justified the attacks by arguing that the targeted schools, Hasán Salame and Naser, were being used as "command centers" by Hamas militants. According to the Israeli army, the attacks were carried out after precautionary measures designed to minimize harm to civilians were observed. However, the reality on the ground reflects a different narrative that has been criticized by humanitarian organizations. In a context of rising tension, the number of people affected by the war has reached alarming figures. Since the onset of hostilities, more than 39,538 people have died, and over 91,000 have been injured in Gaza, a territory already facing multiple humanitarian challenges. The Ministry of Health in Gaza, which is under Hamas control, has expressed concern over the escalation of violence and the inability to access medical services. The humanitarian situation has reached critical levels, with 90% of the population displaced. Many of these displaced individuals are forced to live in deplorable conditions, in tents, without access to drinking water or electricity. Diseases are on the rise due to the lack of medical care, with clinics and hospitals closed or operating at minimal capacity. Meanwhile, violence continues in other areas. A separate attack in the city of Holon, south of Tel Aviv, resulted in the deaths of two elderly people and left two others injured, clearly reflecting how the conflict has intensified on different fronts. These events highlight the complexity of the conflict and the suffering that extends to both sides. With the assassination of the Hamas leader in a recent attack, the cycle of violence and retaliation has been reignited. Israeli authorities have stated that attacks will continue in response to the actions of the Islamist group, while Hamas has vowed revenge, posing an uncertain future for the region. Calls for a ceasefire and the protection of civilians from international organizations and governments have met with little response. As the conflict escalates, the international community watches with growing concern, fearing that the humanitarian crisis in Gaza could turn into an even greater disaster. Amid this chaos, human suffering seems to be the most painful constant. Stories of shattered families, orphaned children, and entire communities in ruins are becoming increasingly common, as the efforts to achieve lasting peace seem distant. The struggle for survival in Gaza continues, and with it, the urgent need to end the violence that has marked this region for decades.

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