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Israeli airstrikes hit a densely populated refugee camp in the Gaza Strip, killing at least 50 Palestinians and a Hamas commander, and medics struggled to treat the casualties in the enclave where food, fuel and basic supplies are running scarce. Israel said on Wednesday nine soldiers had been killed since it sent armoured troops into Gaza following weeks of air bombardments in retaliation for an attack by Palestinian Hamas militants on southern Israeli towns on Oct. 7 and the taking of more than 200 hostages.

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Hamas has told mediators it will release a number of foreign captives in the coming days, Abu Ubaida, the spokesman of the group’s armed wing, al-Qassam Brigades, said in a video on its Telegram account on Tuesday.

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Hamas fighters on Saturday fired more than 5,000 rockets from the Gaza Strip toward Israel. The death toll in this war has taken the lives of at least 2,100 people on both sides and wounded several others, setting off air raid sirens across the country and raising the likelihood of a new round of heavy fighting.

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Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised

Wars often come at an enormous price for those caught in the midst. Away from the blood and the alarms of the Israel-Hamas war, a family in Minnesota is yet to come to grips with the massive price they've paid: 42 lives.

A week ago, a Palestinian American family in Maple Grove, Minnesota in the US, learned that they had lost 42 members of their family to the war.

<h2>Coming to terms&nbsp;</h2>

Tariq Hamouda and his wife&nbsp;still cannot fully comprehend that they've lost three generations of their family.&nbsp;Talking to CNN, Hamouda said that his wife, whose maiden name is Saqallah, lost four brothers, a sister, and their many children in what they claim were Israeli airstrikes. The explosions, as per the family, destroyed the Saqallah family compound in the Sheikh Ejleen neighbourhood of Gaza City on October 19.&nbsp;

"Up until last night, she is still denying (the loss)," said Hamouda.

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Another member of the family, Eyad Abu Shaban, who lives in South Florida, says, "It's like your whole world stops" after such a loss.

He told CNN that of the 42 family members they lost, the youngest was aged just three months, and the oldest was around 77 years. Among the deceased were medical professionals, including eye and ENT doctors who operated Gaza's prominent family-owned eye clinics.

<h2>No warning given</h2>

As per Tariq Hamouda, before the strikes, the family received calls warning of military activity in the area, but they were not asked to evacuate.

"They have bombed houses with warnings and without warnings," he said, deploring the fear, and confusion faced by Palestinians.

Hamouda revealed that his mother-in-law, who was standing on the balcony when the first strike happened, managed to escape.&nbsp;

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"My mother-in-law said her sons tried to evacuate, but they had no time."

The Palestinian-American man said that a second strike obliterated the family house, killing dozens inside.&nbsp;

Hamouda and his family insist that the affected family members had no involvement in any militant activities and that they "had nothing to do with anything at all."

Abu Shaban underlined that their family consisted of ordinary civilians.

"We have no Hamas members [in our family]. They're just ordinary people: doctors and grandmothers and grandfathers and uncles and aunts and children," he lamented, adding, "I mean, if you want to exterminate Hamas then you should go to the source."

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Appealing for the violence to cease, the aggrieved family highlighted the human toll of the conflict and said, "We've never seen in this day and age where the whole world is watching innocent people just being torn apart. Families, whole families, just wiped off the map."

"I want everybody to know that the people of Gaza are just like them. They hurt, they bleed, they have families, they have feelings," added Abu Shaban.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised Wars often come at an enormous price for those caught in the midst. Away from the blood and the alarms of the Israel-Hamas war, a family in Minnesota is yet to come to grips with the massive price they've paid: 42 lives. A week ago, a Palestinian American family in Maple Grove, Minnesota in the US, learned that they had lost 42 members of their family to the war. Coming to terms Tariq Hamouda and his wife still cannot fully comprehend that they've lost three generations of their family. Talking to CNN, Hamouda said that his wife, whose maiden name is Saqallah, lost four brothers, a sister, and their many children in what they claim were Israeli airstrikes. The explosions, as per the family, destroyed the Saqallah family compound in the Sheikh Ejleen neighbourhood of Gaza City on October 19. "Up until last night, she is still denying (the loss)," said Hamouda. Also read | Fuel and medicines dwindle as Gaza's only cancer hospital bears the brunt of Israeli blockade: Report Another member of the family, Eyad Abu Shaban, who lives in South Florida, says, "It's like your whole world stops" after such a loss. He told CNN that of the 42 family members they lost, the youngest was aged just three months, and the oldest was around 77 years. Among the deceased were medical professionals, including eye and ENT doctors who operated Gaza's prominent family-owned eye clinics. No warning given As per Tariq Hamouda, before the strikes, the family received calls warning of military activity in the area, but they were not asked to evacuate. "They have bombed houses with warnings and without warnings," he said, deploring the fear, and confusion faced by Palestinians. Hamouda revealed that his mother-in-law, who was standing on the balcony when the first strike happened, managed to escape. Also read | Israel vs Hamas | Mother of 6-year-old hate crime victim asks world to 'pray for peace' "My mother-in-law said her sons tried to evacuate, but they had no time." The Palestinian-American man said that a second strike obliterated the family house, killing dozens inside. Hamouda and his family insist that the affected family members had no involvement in any militant activities and that they "had nothing to do with anything at all." Abu Shaban underlined that their family consisted of ordinary civilians. "We have no Hamas members [in our family]. They're just ordinary people: doctors and grandmothers and grandfathers and uncles and aunts and children," he lamented, adding, "I mean, if you want to exterminate Hamas then you should go to the source." Also read | Explained: 'Sponge Bomb,' Israel's new weapon to secure Hamas' underground tunnels Appealing for the violence to cease, the aggrieved family highlighted the human toll of the conflict and said, "We've never seen in this day and age where the whole world is watching innocent people just being torn apart. Families, whole families, just wiped off the map." "I want everybody to know that the people of Gaza are just like them. They hurt, they bleed, they have families, they have feelings," added Abu Shaban. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused the United States of stirring up the "deadly chaos" unfolding in the Middle East.

He has also charged the West and Ukraine of stirring up unrest inside Russia. This comes after anti-Israel protesters stormed the Makhachkala airport in Russia's predominantly Muslim Dagestan region.

<h2>Who's benefiting from the "deadly chaos"?</h2>

Speaking during a televised meeting with high-ranking members of his security council, Putin instigated that the US and Ukraine orchestrated the riot at the Russian airport via social media, and said, "The events in Makhachkala last night were instigated through social networks, not least from Ukraine, by the hands of agents of Western special services."

The Russian President claimed that there have been "attempts" to destabilise the Russian society.

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Accusing the US of sowing instability in the Middle East, he questioned, "Who is organising the deadly chaos and who benefits from it today, in my opinion, has already become obvious… It is the current ruling elites of the US and their satellites who are the main beneficiaries of world instability."

Putin also said that in the wake&nbsp;to protect "interreligious harmony," Russian law enforcement needed to take "firm, timely and clear actions."

<h2>Old habits?</h2>

As per the news agency AFP, Russia regularly blames domestic unrest on external, usually Western forces.

Putin's allegations come after the Russian Foreign Ministry accused Ukraine of playing a "direct and key role" in the Makhachkala airport "provocation".

However, this accusation was labelled "absurd" by the US. Speaking to reporters on Monday, US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said: "I've seen their comments about blaming Ukraine. That is absurd."

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"We call on Russian authorities to publicly condemn these violent protests, to hold anyone involved accountable and to ensure the safety of Israelis and Jews in Russia," he added.

<h2>What happened at Makhachkala airport?</h2>

On Monday (Oct 30), a mob converged at the airport after a Telegram channel "Utro Dagestan" urged locals to meet the "uninvited guests" in "adult fashion" and to get them to turn around and fly somewhere else. As per AFP, while the channel didn't explicitly mention the word "Jew," it made reference to "unclean" passengers. The channel was banned later.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused the United States of stirring up the "deadly chaos" unfolding in the Middle East. He has also charged the West and Ukraine of stirring up unrest inside Russia.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused the United States of stirring up the "deadly chaos" unfolding in the Middle East. He has also charged the West and Ukraine of stirring up unrest inside Russia. This comes after anti-Israel protesters stormed the Makhachkala airport in Russia's predominantly Muslim Dagestan region. Who's benefiting from the "deadly chaos"? Speaking during a televised meeting with high-ranking members of his security council, Putin instigated that the US and Ukraine orchestrated the riot at the Russian airport via social media, and said, "The events in Makhachkala last night were instigated through social networks, not least from Ukraine, by the hands of agents of Western special services." The Russian President claimed that there have been "attempts" to destabilise the Russian society. Also read | Pro-Palestinian protesters storm Russia's Dagestan airport in search of Jews, chant anti-Israel slogans Accusing the US of sowing instability in the Middle East, he questioned, "Who is organising the deadly chaos and who benefits from it today, in my opinion, has already become obvious… It is the current ruling elites of the US and their satellites who are the main beneficiaries of world instability." Putin also said that in the wake to protect "interreligious harmony," Russian law enforcement needed to take "firm, timely and clear actions." Old habits? As per the news agency AFP, Russia regularly blames domestic unrest on external, usually Western forces. Putin's allegations come after the Russian Foreign Ministry accused Ukraine of playing a "direct and key role" in the Makhachkala airport "provocation". However, this accusation was labelled "absurd" by the US. Speaking to reporters on Monday, US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said: "I've seen their comments about blaming Ukraine. That is absurd." Also read | Israel-Hamas war: UK government aide Paul Bristow fired after calls for 'permanent ceasefire' in Gaza "We call on Russian authorities to publicly condemn these violent protests, to hold anyone involved accountable and to ensure the safety of Israelis and Jews in Russia," he added. What happened at Makhachkala airport? On Monday (Oct 30), a mob converged at the airport after a Telegram channel "Utro Dagestan" urged locals to meet the "uninvited guests" in "adult fashion" and to get them to turn around and fly somewhere else. As per AFP, while the channel didn't explicitly mention the word "Jew," it made reference to "unclean" passengers. The channel was banned later. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Putin blames Ukraine and the West for airport riot; claims US behind 'deadly chaos' in Middle East

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Residents of Northern Gaza City are forced to flee due to constant bombardment. Israel and Hamas are engaged in a fierce war, and both sides' attacks are getting more intense. After the terrorists launched an unprecedented ground, air, and sea attack over the weekend, Israel declared war on Hamas few days ago.

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The foreign ministry spokesperson for Qatar stated on Saturday that Doha's attempts to obtain the return of the captives captured from Israel during Hamas's October 7 shock terror attack have been made considerably more difficult by Israel's escalated war in Gaza, which began on Friday.

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During their meeting on Monday, US national security adviser Jake Sullivan and Saudi Arabian Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman Al Saud reaffirmed President Joe Biden's pledge to assist US allies in defending themselves against threats from both state and non-state actors, including those with Iranian support, according to the White House.

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Israel's ambassador to the United Nations Gilad Erdan pinned a yellow star&nbsp;on his chest during a meeting of the Security Council.

Erdan and his fellow delegates pinned yellow coloured star badges on their jackets with the words "Never Again" written on them, during a debate on Monday (Oct 30) about the counter-offensive launched by Israel against Hamas in the Gaza Strip in retaliation to the militant group's deadly onslaught on Oct 7.

Erdan, while denouncing the Security Council for "staying silent" over the unprecedented attacks by Palestinian militant group Hamas said, "Some of you have learned nothing in the past 80 years. Some of you have forgotten why this body was established."

"So, I will remind you. From this day on, each time you look at me you will remember what staying silent in the face of evil means," the ambassador said.

"Just like my grandparents, and the grandparents of millions of Jews, from now on my team and I will wear yellow stars," he said and stood up to pin the star.

He then said the stars were "a symbol of pride, a reminder that we swore to fight back to defend ourselves". 
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His action&nbsp;came as the&nbsp;15-member council has not yet condemned the Hamas attack even as 25 days have passed.

"We will wear this star until you wake up and condemn the atrocities of Hamas."

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<h2>Why yellow-coloured stars?</h2>

The Nazis compelled Jews in Germany and other European countries, that it had occupied during World War II, to pin yellow stars onto their attire as part of a programme of persecution that peaked in the Holocaust. Nearly six million Jews were murdered in it.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called Hamas' deadly Oct 7 onslaught the most alarming against the Jewish people since the Holocaust.

Other leaders too have drawn direct comparisons between Nazi persecution of the Jews and Hamas' surprise attack on Israel which claimed the lives of approximately 1,400 people, mostly civilians.

<h2>'Put a blue-white flag on the lapel, not a yellow patch', says Chairman of Israel's Holocaust memorial</h2>

However, Erdan's move also drew some criticism.&nbsp; 
 
Denouncing Erdan's move to display the yellow stars, the chairman of Israel's Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center on Tuesday (Oct 31) said that the act dishonoured victims of the genocide as well as the State of Israel.

"The yellow patch symbolises the helplessness of the Jewish people and being at the mercy of others," he said on social media platform X.

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"Today we have an independent country and a strong army. We are masters of our destiny. Today we put a blue-white flag on the lapel, not a yellow patch."&nbsp;

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Israel's ambassador to the United Nations Gilad Erdan pinned a yellow star on his chest during a meeting of the Security Council. Erdan and his fellow delegates pinned yellow coloured star badges on their jackets with the words "Never Again" written on them, during a debate on Monday (Oct 30) about the counter-offensive launched by Israel against Hamas in the Gaza Strip in retaliation to the militant group's deadly onslaught on Oct 7.

Israel's ambassador to the United Nations Gilad Erdan pinned a yellow star on his chest during a meeting of the Security Council. Erdan and his fellow delegates pinned yellow coloured star badges on their jackets with the words "Never Again" written on them, during a debate on Monday (Oct 30) about the counter-offensive launched by Israel against Hamas in the Gaza Strip in retaliation to the militant group's deadly onslaught on Oct 7. Erdan, while denouncing the Security Council for "staying silent" over the unprecedented attacks by Palestinian militant group Hamas said, "Some of you have learned nothing in the past 80 years. Some of you have forgotten why this body was established." "So, I will remind you. From this day on, each time you look at me you will remember what staying silent in the face of evil means," the ambassador said. "Just like my grandparents, and the grandparents of millions of Jews, from now on my team and I will wear yellow stars," he said and stood up to pin the star. He then said the stars were "a symbol of pride, a reminder that we swore to fight back to defend ourselves". Yesterday evening in the @UN Security Council, I put on a yellow star and attacked the members of the Council: When my family members were sent to the gas chambers, the world was silent. Today after Jewish babies were again burned alive, the Security Council is silent. You have… pic.twitter.com/3VHvHTF6iF — Ambassador Gilad Erdan גלעד ארדן (@giladerdan1) October 31, 2023 × His action came as the 15-member council has not yet condemned the Hamas attack even as 25 days have passed. "We will wear this star until you wake up and condemn the atrocities of Hamas." Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Jewish students at Cornell University receive death threats, police deployed for safety Why yellow-coloured stars? The Nazis compelled Jews in Germany and other European countries, that it had occupied during World War II, to pin yellow stars onto their attire as part of a programme of persecution that peaked in the Holocaust. Nearly six million Jews were murdered in it. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called Hamas' deadly Oct 7 onslaught the most alarming against the Jewish people since the Holocaust. Other leaders too have drawn direct comparisons between Nazi persecution of the Jews and Hamas' surprise attack on Israel which claimed the lives of approximately 1,400 people, mostly civilians. 'Put a blue-white flag on the lapel, not a yellow patch', says Chairman of Israel's Holocaust memorial However, Erdan's move also drew some criticism. Denouncing Erdan's move to display the yellow stars, the chairman of Israel's Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center on Tuesday (Oct 31) said that the act dishonoured victims of the genocide as well as the State of Israel. "The yellow patch symbolises the helplessness of the Jewish people and being at the mercy of others," he said on social media platform X. 1/2 The slaughter of Jews by Hamas on October 7th was genocidal in its intents and immeasurably brutal in its form. Part of why it differs from the Holocaust is because Jews have today a state and an army. We are not defenseless and at the mercy of others. — Dani Dayan (@AmbDaniDayan) October 25, 2023 × "Today we have an independent country and a strong army. We are masters of our destiny. Today we put a blue-white flag on the lapel, not a yellow patch." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Video | Israeli UN delegates wear yellow stars as 'symbol of pride', invite criticism

Israel's Mossad Chief Darvid Barnea visited Qatar to meet senior officials over the weekend and this move was aimed at discussing the release of more than 235 hostages held by Hamas.

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Multiple United Nations agencies addressed the Security Council&nbsp;on Monday (Oct 30) as the 15-member body convened for yet another emergency after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-russia-us-proposals-for-un-action-on-israel-gaza-rejected-at-security-council-651348">four failed efforts</a> to reach a consensus on a Gaza resolution.&nbsp;

Philippe Lazzarini, chief of the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) said, “I have said many times and I will say it again: no place is safe in Gaza.” UN agencies spoke about the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the Palestinian territory.&nbsp;

Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, killing more than 1,400 people and taking more than 200 hostages, according to Israeli officials.

Israel has since retaliated with constant bombardment and a ground operation in Gaza, killing more than 8,300 Palestinians, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.

<h2>‘Unprecedented human tragedy’: UNRWA</h2>

The level of destruction across Gaza “is unprecedented, the human tragedy unfolding under our watch is unbearable,” Lazzarini told the Security Council. He also highlighted the deep impact of the crisis on his staff, 64 of whom have been killed since the beginning of the war, as per the UN agency. &nbsp;

“The handful of convoys being allowed through Rafah is nothing compared to the needs of over two million people trapped in Gaza,” said the UNRWA chief referring to the sole border crossing between Gaza and Egypt.

“The system in place to allow aid into Gaza is geared to fail unless there is political will to make the flow of supplies meaningful, matching the unprecedented humanitarian needs,” he added, calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire.

He also accused Israel of carrying out “collective punishment”, noting that nearly 70 per cent of those reported killed are children and women. “This cannot be ‘collateral damage’,” said Lazzarini.&nbsp;

<h2>Over 420 children killed, injured in Gaza: UNICEF</h2>

Catherine Russell, chief of the UN’s children’s agency (UNICEF), said that the “true cost” of the latest escalation in the war will be measured in children’s lives. “More than 420 children are being killed or injured in Gaza each day,” she told the UNSC.&nbsp;

At least 221 schools and more than 177,000 housing units have been damaged or destroyed, according to the UNICEF chief.&nbsp;

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported 34 attacks against healthcare facilities, including 21 hospitals, said Russell. She also said that out of Gaza’s 35 hospitals, at least a dozen can no longer function.&nbsp;

“Children in both Israel and the State of Palestine are experiencing terrible trauma, the consequences of which could last a lifetime,” said the UNICEF chief.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Not enough essential supplies’ in Gaza: OCHA</h2>

Lisa Doughten, a representative from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said that they are running out of “essential supplies” in Gaza and called for a pause in the fighting on “humanitarian grounds.”&nbsp;

“We simply don’t have enough essential supplies to provide… patients are laying on the floors and corridors and surgeons are operating without anesthesia,” said Doughten.&nbsp;

The events that have unfolded since October 7 have been “nothing short of devastating and heartbreaking.” She also called for an immediate and unconditional release of hostages taken by Hamas.&nbsp;

A <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-adopts-resolution-calling-for-humanitarian-truce-between-israel-and-hamas-heres-what-happened-652178">humanitarian pause</a> would allow a safe passage for hostages to be released as well as let UN staff replenish supplies and “provide much-needed respite to civilians who are living under unimaginably traumatic conditions".

<h2>No resolution by UNSC</h2>

Russia, China and the United States, as permanent members of the council, have used their vetoes for previous resolutions.&nbsp;

“We have the means to get something done and yet we repeatedly and shamefully fail,” said Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, whose country currently holds the 15-member body’s rotating chair.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
 
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Multiple United Nations agencies addressed the Security Council on Monday (Oct 30) as the 15-member body convened for yet another emergency after four failed efforts to reach a consensus on a Gaza resolution.

Multiple United Nations agencies addressed the Security Council on Monday (Oct 30) as the 15-member body convened for yet another emergency after four failed efforts to reach a consensus on a Gaza resolution. Philippe Lazzarini, chief of the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) said, “I have said many times and I will say it again: no place is safe in Gaza.” UN agencies spoke about the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the Palestinian territory. Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, killing more than 1,400 people and taking more than 200 hostages, according to Israeli officials. Israel has since retaliated with constant bombardment and a ground operation in Gaza, killing more than 8,300 Palestinians, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. ‘Unprecedented human tragedy’: UNRWA The level of destruction across Gaza “is unprecedented, the human tragedy unfolding under our watch is unbearable,” Lazzarini told the Security Council. He also highlighted the deep impact of the crisis on his staff, 64 of whom have been killed since the beginning of the war, as per the UN agency. “The handful of convoys being allowed through Rafah is nothing compared to the needs of over two million people trapped in Gaza,” said the UNRWA chief referring to the sole border crossing between Gaza and Egypt. “The system in place to allow aid into Gaza is geared to fail unless there is political will to make the flow of supplies meaningful, matching the unprecedented humanitarian needs,” he added, calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire. He also accused Israel of carrying out “collective punishment”, noting that nearly 70 per cent of those reported killed are children and women. “This cannot be ‘collateral damage’,” said Lazzarini. Over 420 children killed, injured in Gaza: UNICEF Catherine Russell, chief of the UN’s children’s agency (UNICEF), said that the “true cost” of the latest escalation in the war will be measured in children’s lives. “More than 420 children are being killed or injured in Gaza each day,” she told the UNSC. At least 221 schools and more than 177,000 housing units have been damaged or destroyed, according to the UNICEF chief. The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported 34 attacks against healthcare facilities, including 21 hospitals, said Russell. She also said that out of Gaza’s 35 hospitals, at least a dozen can no longer function. “Children in both Israel and the State of Palestine are experiencing terrible trauma, the consequences of which could last a lifetime,” said the UNICEF chief. ‘Not enough essential supplies’ in Gaza: OCHA Lisa Doughten, a representative from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said that they are running out of “essential supplies” in Gaza and called for a pause in the fighting on “humanitarian grounds.” “We simply don’t have enough essential supplies to provide… patients are laying on the floors and corridors and surgeons are operating without anesthesia,” said Doughten. The events that have unfolded since October 7 have been “nothing short of devastating and heartbreaking.” She also called for an immediate and unconditional release of hostages taken by Hamas. A humanitarian pause would allow a safe passage for hostages to be released as well as let UN staff replenish supplies and “provide much-needed respite to civilians who are living under unimaginably traumatic conditions". No resolution by UNSC Russia, China and the United States, as permanent members of the council, have used their vetoes for previous resolutions. “We have the means to get something done and yet we repeatedly and shamefully fail,” said Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, whose country currently holds the 15-member body’s rotating chair. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

‘No place is safe’: UN agencies raise concern over situation in Gaza amid Israel-Hamas war

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