Over 6,400 Palestinians have been killed in the conflict with Israel since 2008, according to a report by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), as the latest escalation of the war enters its fourth day.

Over the last four days, over 900 Israeli and 704 Palestinian have been killed in the deadliest war in recent decades., as per media reports.

The UN report documents the staggering human cost of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict since 2008. The numbers paint a grim picture of escalating violence and its toll on both Palestinian and Israeli communities.

The year 2014 witnessed one of the deadliest periods, with a record 19,860 reported deaths and injuries in Palestine and 2,796 in Israel. The Gaza conflict during this time left an indelible mark on the region, with a disproportionate number of casualties on the Palestinian side.

The human cost of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict (deaths/injuries): documented by the UN:

2008:
Palestine 🇵🇸: 3,202
Israel 🇮🇱: 853

2009:
Palestine 🇵🇸: 7,460
Israel 🇮🇱: 123

2010:
Palestine 🇵🇸: 1,659
Israel 🇮🇱: 185

2011:
Palestine 🇵🇸: 2,260
Israel 🇮🇱: 136

2012:
Palestine 🇵🇸:…
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While 2020 saw a decrease in reported casualties and injuries compared to previous years, the overall trend remains concerning.

In 2018, the UN documented a staggering 31,558 deaths and injuries in Palestine and 130 in Israel, underscoring the persistent crisis and the urgent need for a resolution to the long-standing conflict.

One of the most distressing aspects of these statistics is the impact on civilian populations. The report highlights the disproportionate number of civilian casualties. The toll on children and non-combatants remains a grave concern for international humanitarian organizations.

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As these numbers continue to rise, there is a growing chorus of international voices calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The UN, along with various nations and non-governmental organizations, is urging both Israeli and Palestinian leaders to prioritize dialogue and diplomacy to bring an end to the suffering of their people.

The release of this UN report serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for a comprehensive and lasting resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The international community watches with bated breath as efforts are intensified to bring about a peaceful coexistence in the region and put an end to the devastating human toll.