More than 12,000 explosive devices weighing between 150 and 1,000 kilos have been launched on Loop since the start of hostilities on October 7, the non-governmental organization indicated today Handicap internationaldedicated to the defense of victims of conflict.
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The bombings have destroyed critical civil infrastructure that includes energy supply systems, water supply, and educational and health services, the NGO says in a report that includes figures from the Gaza Ministry of Health and agencies United Nations.
These attacks have largely contributed to the large number of deaths (some 18,000 According to the latest figures from the authorities of Loop) and wounded (about 50,000), remember Handicap Internationalwarning that this widespread use of explosives will increase the already high percentage of people disabled by injuries in Gaza.
According to figures from before the conflict, one in five Gazan families had at least one member with disabilities, a percentage that the NGO says will likely increase in the current conflict.
Handicap International also warns that after the conflict numerous unexploded devices will remain on the streets of Loop posing a serious danger, which will require long and complex demining operations.
The organization appeals to the parties in conflict to refrain from using explosive weapons in residential areas, and joins calls for a permanent ceasefire in Israel and Gaza to prevent the situation from worsening humanitarian catastrophe and innocent lives continue to be lost.
