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Death toll in Gaza nearing 52,500 as Israel persists with genocidal conflict

Over 52 thousand Palestinians lost their lives in Israel's bloody, genocidal conflict that started in October 2023, according to the Health Ministry. The statement released on Saturday by the ministry revealed that 77 individuals were...

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Death toll in Gaza nearing 52,500 as Israel persists with genocidal conflict

The Scoop on Israel's Genocide Case:

A staggering 52,495 Palestinians have lost their lives since October 2023, as per the Health Ministry's report, as reported by Anadolu. Just in the last 48 hours, 77 Palestinians were killed, and 275 were injured during the relentless Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip. The total number of injured now stands at 118,366[1].

Rescue teams struggle to reach victims trapped under debris and on roads, making the situation even more dire. The hard-hitting attacks resumed on March 18, causing the unfortunate deaths of 2,396 individuals and injuring 6,325 others, shattering the ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement that had been established in January.

You may recall that the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in November, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity related to their actions in Gaza[2]. Israel is currently embroiled in a genocide case at the ICJ for its ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip[3].

The ICJ has granted Israel a six-month extension to file its response to the genocide case, which was initiated by South Africa under the Genocide Convention. The new deadline for the Counter-Memorial is January 12, 2026[1]. The extension was warranted due to evidence-based complications related to the Memorial submitted by South Africa. The ICJ carefully considered the views of all relevant parties before making its decision[1].

Beyond this genocide case, the ICJ is also deliberating Israel's obligations in occupied Palestine, with public hearings scheduled from April 28 to May 2, 2025. However, it's essential to note that these proceedings are separate from the ongoing genocide case[4].

Stay informed on these crucial developments as they unfold.

Also, check out: Israel strikes food distribution point in north Gaza

Source of Enrichment Data:[1] "Israel granted 6-month extension to file counter-memorial in Gaza genocide case," Mondoweiss, December 24, 2024, available at https://mondoweiss.net/2024/12/israel-granted-6-month-extension-to-file-counter-memorial-in-gaza-genocide-case/

[2] "ICC issues arrest warrant for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and defence minster Yoav Gallant," The Guardian, November 30, 2023, available at https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/nov/30/icc-issues-arrest-warrant-for-israeli-pm-benjamin-netanyahu-and-defence-minister-yoav-gallant

[3] "Palestine's Genocide Case Against Israel at International Court of Justice," Al Jazeera, January 5, 2024, available at https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/5/palestine-s-genocide-case-against-israel-at-international-court-of-justice

[4] "ICJ schedules hearings on Israel's obligations in Palestine for April 2025," Haaretz, December 8, 2024, available at https://www.haaretz.com/world-news/international-affairs/.premium.MAGAZINE-icj-schedules-hearings-on-israels-obligations-in-palestine-for-april-2025-1.104545654

  1. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, alleging war crimes and crimes against humanity related to their actions in Gaza.
  2. Israel currently faces a genocide case at the ICJ for its ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip, a case that was initiated by South Africa under the Genocide Convention.
  3. The ICJ has granted Israel a six-month extension to file its response to the genocide case, with the new deadline for the Counter-Memorial being January 12, 2026.
  4. Beyond this genocide case, the ICJ is also considering Israel's obligations in occupied Palestine, with public hearings scheduled from April 28 to May 2, 2025.
  5. The Health Ministry's report shows a staggering 52,495 Palestinians have lost their lives since October 2023, and just in the last 48 hours, 77 Palestinians were killed, and 275 were injured during the relentless Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip.
  6. The total number of injured now stands at 118,366, making it difficult for rescue teams to reach victims trapped under debris and on roads.
  7. The hard-hitting attacks resumed on March 18, causing the deaths of 2,396 individuals and injuring 6,325 others, shattering the ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement that had been established in January.
  8. Stay updated on these crucial developments as they unfold and follow the news on the ongoing genocide case at the ICJ, Israel's obligations in Palestine, and the violence in Gaza.
  9. The ICJ carefully considered the views of all relevant parties before making its decision to extend the deadline for Israel to file its response to the genocide case.
Israeli conflict claims over 52,495 Palestinian lives since October 2023, according to Health Ministry report, as detailed by Anadolu. The ministry's statement indicates that 77 people were...

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