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Two months after a US-backed ceasefire, Israel has violated it over 500 times, killing over 356 Palestinians and causing Gaza's death toll to exceed 70,000. Despite claims of peace, Israel continues military operations, destruction, and restrictions, with international protests demanding an end to the ongoing violence.
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The UN reports that famine has been declared in Gaza, with over 514,000 people affected and the number expected to rise. Israel's blockade and military actions have severely restricted aid, leading to widespread malnutrition and starvation, especially among children. The situation is described as a man-made catastrophe.
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The UN has announced a detailed 60-day aid plan to increase humanitarian assistance in Gaza following a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. The plan aims to deliver over 170,000 tons of supplies, including food, medicine, and water, but requires increased access and funding to meet urgent needs amid ongoing conflict and destruction.
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On October 22, 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued an advisory opinion stating Israel must facilitate humanitarian aid into Gaza, including allowing UNRWA operations. The court found Israel's claims that UNRWA was infiltrated by Hamas unsubstantiated. Israel rejected the ruling as politically motivated. The decision follows a fragile US-brokered ceasefire and ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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Four weeks into a US-brokered ceasefire, Gaza's UN schools are reopening as children return to classes despite ongoing Israeli bombardment and aid restrictions. Over 300,000 students face disrupted education, with many using makeshift spaces for learning amid severe trauma and damage to infrastructure. The situation remains dire.
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Flooding in Gaza has damaged homes and displaced families, with aid efforts hampered by restrictions. UN agencies warn of a worsening humanitarian crisis as winter approaches, with many Palestinians lacking shelter, food, and medical supplies despite ceasefire agreements.