The death toll from Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip has risen to 72,737 since October 7, 2023, according to the Palestinian news agency WAFA. The report, citing Palestinian medical sources, also states that 172,539 people have been injured in the conflict.
WAFA, the official Palestinian news agency, regularly updates casualty figures based on reports from hospitals and medical officials in Gaza. The figures include both combatants and civilians, though a breakdown is not provided in the latest update.
The conflict began after a Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, which killed around 1,200 people and saw over 250 taken hostage, according to Israeli officials. Israel's subsequent military campaign in Gaza has led to widespread destruction and a humanitarian crisis.
International organizations, including the United Nations, have repeatedly called for a ceasefire and increased humanitarian access. The casualty numbers continue to rise as fighting persists in various parts of the enclave.
