SITUATION IN THE MIDDLE EAST: ISRAEL

As of November 2, 2023, the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues, although with a lower intensity than in previous days.

The humanitarian situation in Gaza is catastrophic . According to the UN, more than 10,000 people have been killed and more than 30,000 injured, most of them civilians. In addition, 16 of the 35 hospitals in the Strip are out of service and there are shortages of food, water and medicine.

The Israeli offensive has focused on the underground tunnels that Hamas uses to attack Israel . The Israeli army has destroyed hundreds of tunnels, but has faced stiff resistance from Palestinian militants.

Hamas has fired more than 4,000 rockets at Israel , most of which have been intercepted by the Iron Dome missile defense system. However, some rockets have hit civilian targets, causing deaths and injuries.

The Rafah crossing, which links Gaza to Egypt, has been opened to allow the evacuation of foreigners and wounded Palestinians . Hundreds of people have left the Strip in recent days.

The international community is pressuring both sides to reach a ceasefire . The United States, the European Union and other countries have called emergency meetings to discuss the situation.

Negotiations between Israel and Hamas are complex and difficult . Both sides have demands that are difficult to reconcile. Israel demands that Hamas end rocket attacks and release Israeli hostages. Hamas demands that Israel end the blockade of Gaza and recognize the Palestinian state.

The conflict is likely to continue for some time . Both sides are willing to continue fighting until they achieve their goals.

Below are some additional details about the situation in Gaza:

The conflict began on October 12, when Hamas launched rockets into Israel in response to an Israeli military operation in the West Bank.
The Israeli army responded with air and ground attacks on Gaza.
The conflict has caused a serious humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The international community is pressuring both sides to reach a ceasefire.

Gaza's future is uncertain . The conflict has left the Strip in ruins and worsened the humanitarian situation. The conflict is likely to continue for some time, making it difficult to rebuild Gaza and achieve lasting peace.

SITUATION IN THE MIDDLE EAST: ISRAEL - GAZA