Israeli Attacks on Hospitals Impact Gaza Casualty Updates as Death Toll Surpasses 11,000
The Ministry of Health in Gaza has faced challenges in updating casualty figures due to Israeli attacks on hospitals and allied services. The last official update came on November 10, with the death toll raised to 11,100, including over 8,000 children and women. Israeli forces have targeted hospitals, causing a collapse of services and communications, hindering health officials. Hospitals in Gaza are facing dire conditions, with Israeli air raids striking medical centers and surrounding areas. Al-Shifa Hospital, the largest facility, is surrounded by Israeli tanks, and snipers and drones are shooting at people. Al-Quds Hospital is no longer operational due to fuel shortages and power outages. The UN and international rights groups have warned that Palestinians in Gaza have no safe place to turn to, with even UN shelters being targeted.