The Toll on Mothers and Children in Gaza since October 2023
Since the Hamas attack on Israel in October 2023, the impact on civilians in Gaza has been devastating. Here are some figures that highlight the immense toll on women and children: Women Killed: Over 9,000 women have reportedly lost their lives due to Israeli forces’ actions in Gaza . Women Injured: More than 19,000 women have been injured during this period . Widows and New Heads of Households: An estimated 3,000+ women may have become widows and new heads of households after losing their male partners . Children Affected: Over 10,000 children have lost their fathers . Mothers Killed: Shockingly, 37 mothers are killed every day in Gaza . Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women: Approximately 155,000 women in Gaza are pregnant or breastfeeding, with around 5,500 expected to deliver in the next month . These numbers represent the immense human cost of the conflict, and the suffering endured by women and children in Gaza is heartbreaking. UN Women continues to advocate for a humanita...