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Israeli Bombardments Kill Over 100 in Gaza as Blockade Fuels Worsening Humanitarian Crisis

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of using starvation as a weapon, while international calls for action grow against alleged war crimes and genocide.

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A l'hôpital Nasser de Khan Younès, dans la bande de Gaza, le 13 mai 2025.
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Overview

  • Israeli airstrikes on May 15 killed over 100 people in Gaza, with 50 deaths reported in a single day, according to Palestinian Civil Defense.
  • Human Rights Watch labeled Israel's blockade of Gaza, enforced since March 2, as an 'extermination tool,' citing its role in creating mass famine and suffering.
  • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans for the permanent occupation of Gaza, intensifying military operations and territorial control since March 18.
  • Gaza's death toll has surpassed 53,000 since October 2023, with the majority being civilians, according to data corroborated by the UN.
  • International legal experts and NGOs are increasing pressure for investigations into alleged war crimes, including targeting civilians and using hunger as a weapon.