WHO Report Exposes Devastating Toll of Gaza Conflict—42,000 Severely Injured Including 5,000 Amputations

As the Gaza conflict approaches its two-year mark, a recent World Health Organization (WHO) report delivers a stark reminder of the human cost borne by civilians trapped in this perpetual war zone. More than 42,000 people have sustained severe injuries—including approximately 5,000 amputations—that will leave lasting impacts on their lives. This sobering statistic is more than just numbers; it represents shattered families and communities enduring permanent disabilities. The WHO report sheds light on how a quarter of the over 167,000 wounded since Israel's October 2023 offensive face disabling injuries that demand prolonged rehabilitation or result in lifelong impairment. With some...