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Funeral held for 75 Palestinians after remains recovered from Gaza ruins

Funeral held for 75 Palestinians after remains recovered from Gaza ruins

Summary

A funeral was held for 75 Palestinians whose remains were found under the rubble in Gaza after buildings were destroyed during ongoing conflict with Israel. The remains, mostly of women and children, were recovered from homes bombed while people were inside. Efforts to find more bodies continue but face many challenges.

Key Facts

  • The funeral took place at Sheikh Radwan Cemetery in Gaza with hundreds attending.
  • Most of the victims were from the Daraj neighborhood in northeastern Gaza City.
  • The remains included body parts and personal items wrapped in Palestinian flags.
  • The remains belonged to about 20 families, some of whom were displaced to the homes.
  • Gaza’s Civil Defence has recovered hundreds of bodies and continues to search for thousands more.
  • Heavy damage and lack of machinery make recovery work difficult.
  • According to UNRWA, about 200,000 buildings in Gaza are damaged or destroyed.
  • At least 74,475 Palestinians have died since the conflict with Israel began three years ago.
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