The Israeli military’s relentless bombardment of the Gaza Strip has brought unprecedented suffering to civilians, with multiple attacks reported in various locations across the region. The assaults have resulted in significant loss of life, with nine Palestinians from the same family killed in Jabalia, and ten more in Khan Younis.
A recent incident saw two toddlers, aged three and 22 months, having their legs amputated after an Israeli bombing on their home in Deir el-Balah took place just hours after they received polio vaccines. The father’s sister has expressed her anguish, stating that “children get protection from polio, but then an Israeli air strike takes their legs? How does that make any sense.”
In addition to the loss of life, civilians are struggling with domestic violence and a lack of access to basic necessities like food. A 37-year-old woman in Khan Younis has spoken out about her experiences with domestic violence, describing the trauma she faces living in cramped conditions.
The Gaza Strip is facing a humanitarian crisis, with FEWS NET warning that a famine is unfolding in northern Gaza due to Israel’s near-total blockade on food supplies. The organization predicts that deaths from starvation could surpass famine levels as soon as next month.
As the situation continues to deteriorate, Christians in Gaza are marking a somber Christmas amidst ongoing attacks and destruction. The international community is urged to take action to address the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region.
Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/12/25/live-christians-in-gaza-pray-for-an-end-to-israels-death-and-destruction