The ongoing conflict in Gaza, which escalated after Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, has resulted in significant casualties on both sides, with over 56,000 Palestinian deaths reported since hostilities began.

Witnesses reported indiscriminate gunfire from Israeli troops targeting crowds returning from aid distribution points, resulting in further injuries and detentions among civilians.

In southern Gaza, 23 people were killed as Palestinians attempted to retrieve food from aid sites amid the chaos.

Hospitals in Gaza, including Shifa and Nasser, are overwhelmed with wounded individuals, many in critical condition, as the humanitarian crisis deepens and access to food and aid remains severely limited.

The nearly 21-month war has led to widespread displacement, affecting nearly the entire population of Gaza at least once, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.

Witness Umm Yassin Abu Awda expressed despair over the situation, calling for an end to the suffering and urging the world to intervene or allow for total destruction.

Despite the tragic losses, media restrictions in Gaza hinder the independent verification of casualty figures and details of the attacks.

Israeli military actions have intensified, with a significant increase in bombardments across Gaza City and Jabaliya, prompting widespread evacuation orders.

A large percentage of these casualties have been women and children, highlighting the devastating impact of the conflict on civilian populations.

On June 30, 2025, Israeli forces conducted airstrikes and gunfire targeting civilians in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of at least 74 people, including 30 at a seaside cafe.

The airstrike on Al-Baqa Cafe in Gaza City occurred without warning, tragically affecting many women and children among the casualties.

Additional strikes in Gaza City and surrounding areas led to further casualties, with reports indicating at least 15 killed on a street and six near Zawaida.