On the anniversary of the Israel-Hamas war, fierce clashes have erupted, resulting in significant casualties on both sides. The conflict, which began on October 7 of last year, has led to the deaths of over 50,000 individuals and has prompted the U.S. to provide extensive military aid to Israel.
U.S. Military Aid to Israel
Since the onset of hostilities, the United States has committed military aid to Israel amounting to approximately ₹1.50 lakh crore (about $18 billion). Additionally, the U.S. has incurred an expenditure of ₹40,000 crore ($4.8 billion) related to its military presence in the Middle East, bringing the total U.S. expenditure in the region to nearly ₹2 lakh crore ($24 billion). Currently, 50,000 U.S. soldiers are deployed in the Middle East to support Israel amid the ongoing conflict.
The conflict has resulted in devastating human costs and destruction
Israeli Casualties
1,200 Israelis killed in Hamas attacks
720 Israeli soldiers killed
5,300 Israelis displaced from their homes
Palestinian Casualties:
42,000 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks
10,000 Palestinian children killed
96,000 Palestinians injured
19 lakh Palestinians (1.9 million) displaced
Infrastructure Damage
3.35 lakh homes and buildings damaged
92% of Gaza’s health infrastructure severely affected
Recent Escalations
On the anniversary of the war, intense fighting resumed. In a series of airstrikes, 16 individuals were reported killed, with expectations that the death toll will rise. Israeli airstrikes targeted various locations, including a fire station in Lebanon, resulting in the deaths of nine people. Hezbollah retaliated with missile attacks on Israel, injuring ten individuals.
As the conflict escalates, both Hamas and Hezbollah continue to launch attacks, further heightening tensions in the region. In response to ongoing missile fire from Gaza, Israeli citizens sought refuge in bunkers throughout the day The anniversary of the Israel-Hamas war marks a tragic chapter in the ongoing conflict, with devastating loss of life and widespread destruction. As both sides remain entrenched in their positions, the prospect for peace appears increasingly distant. The international community watches closely as the situation unfolds, fearing further escalation in the already volatile region.