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from Politica Women's News Iran willing to 'expend every Arab life' in efforts to destroy Israel, former US security adviser says Aid passes through Gaza's 'lifeline' northern crossing for first time Violence erupts at US protests Around 300 arrested as riot police break up US university protests Netanyahu vows Israeli forces will enter Rafah to 'eliminate Hamas' as aid chief warns of 'disaster' Family in tears as first proof of hostage alive released by Hamas in seven months Protesters demand hostage deal Deal between Israel and Hamas 'not far off' Women join Iran's 'ambassadors of kindness' who snatch other women from the streets Students defy threat of suspension over pro-Palestinian protest camp Why is Antony Blinken back in Israel? At least 25 killed in Israeli strikes on Rafah Who are Israel's allies? ICC arrest warrant threat looms over truce talks Why Israel's imminent offensive has prompted 'huge internati...

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...