Gaza war’s 1,000 days: 90% of strip ‘destroyed’, 80% ‘seized’ by Israel
Summary
More than 90% of the Gaza Strip has been damaged, and Israel controls 80% of the area, according to Gaza authorities, as the conflict reaches 1,000 days since it began on October 7, 2023. Over 73,000 Palestinians, including many children, have been killed, and efforts to enforce a ceasefire and aid reconstruction face major difficulties.Key Facts
- Gaza's Government Media Office reports over 90% of the Gaza Strip is destroyed.
- Israeli forces control about 80% of Gaza.
- At least 73,066 Palestinians have died, including more than 21,500 children and 1,022 babies.
- Around 9,500 people are missing, many possibly trapped under rubble.
- Approximately 223,000 tonnes of explosives were dropped on Gaza by Israel during the conflict.
- The ceasefire plan established in January has failed to stop Israeli control expansion or ensure promised aid deliveries.
- Gaza faces extreme food shortages, with nearly 400,000 people eating only one meal a day.
- Reconstruction is stalled due to disagreements, particularly over Hamas disarmament before rebuilding can begin.
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