Dunya News - Palestinians death toll crosses 1700 in Gaza offensive
- 10 years ago
1,712 Palestinians have been killed since Israel launched its offensive in the Gaza Strip against Hamas July 8.
This number included 398 children, 207 women and 74 old people, the ministry said in a statement, adding that 9,080 people have been injured so far, including 2,744 children and 1,750 women.
Israel has confirmed that 61 soldiers have died in combat, while Palestinian shelling has also killed three civilians in Israel.
As cross-border violence in Gaza between Hamas and Israeli troops continued, both sides have vowed to keep fighting until their goals are achieved.
This number included 398 children, 207 women and 74 old people, the ministry said in a statement, adding that 9,080 people have been injured so far, including 2,744 children and 1,750 women.
Israel has confirmed that 61 soldiers have died in combat, while Palestinian shelling has also killed three civilians in Israel.
As cross-border violence in Gaza between Hamas and Israeli troops continued, both sides have vowed to keep fighting until their goals are achieved.