Death toll from Israeli attacks on Gaza Strip passes 42,200

Doha: The death toll from the Israeli military operation in the Gaza Strip has exceeded 42,200, while over 98,400 Palestinians have been injured since last October, the enclave’s health ministry said on Sunday.
“The death toll from Israeli aggression has risen to 42,227 since October 7 of last year, while 98,464 people have been injured,” the health ministry said in a statement.
Israeli attacks left 52 people dead and 128 others injured in the Gaza Strip in the past 24 hours, the ministry estimated.
On October 7, 2023, Israel was subjected to an unprecedented rocket attack from the Gaza Strip. In addition, fighters from Palestinian movement Hamas infiltrated the border areas, opened fire on the military and civilians and took hostages. Israeli authorities say that about 1,200 people were killed during the raid. The Israel Defense Forces launched Operation Iron Swords in the Gaza Strip and announced a complete blockade of the enclave.