The Impact of the October 7th Attack

On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a devastating attack in southern Israel, resulting in over 1,200 deaths and 250 hostages. This event shocked the world and was marked as one of the deadliest days for Israelis and a pivotal moment in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In response, Israel's government engaged in immediate military action, primarily targeting Gaza, which escalated the conflict into a full-scale war. The subsequent violence disproportionately affected ordinary Gazans, with estimates suggesting that more than 41,500 lives have been lost in Gaza due to Israeli airstrikes within the following year, shedding light on the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region.