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Gaza Crisis Escalates Amid Ongoing Israeli Aggression

Despite a six-month-old ceasefire agreement in Gaza, the situation remains perilous for Palestinians, with daily Israeli attacks claiming the lives of over 700 civilians since October 2025.
Volker Turk, the UN’s human rights chief, expressed deep concern over the escalating violence, highlighting the tragic loss of at least 32 Palestinians at the hands of Israeli forces since early April. Among the victims was a young third-grade schoolgirl who lost her life in a makeshift classroom in northern Gaza, as well as Al Jazeera journalist Mohamed Washah, who was fatally struck by an Israeli drone.

Turk emphasized that Palestinians face an existential threat, with no safe haven or protection available to them, regardless of their actions or whereabouts. He attributed the unrelenting pattern of killings to a blatant disregard for Palestinian lives, facilitated by a culture of impunity.

The UN rights chief urged the international community to move beyond empty rhetoric and take concrete steps to address the crisis, underscoring the need for meaningful action to safeguard Palestinian lives.

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