In a tragic escalation of violence, over 100 Palestinians have lost their lives within a 24-hour period due to the relentless onslaught by Israeli forces in Gaza, as reported by Al Jazeera on Thursday (March 21). The brutality of the attacks has left at least 162 individuals injured, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region.

The devastating toll includes at least 28 fatalities resulting from attacks on three refugee camps, with the Nuseirat refugee camp bearing the brunt of the violence, claiming the lives of 15 people. Tragically, many remain trapped under the rubble as rescue efforts continue amidst the chaos.

Alarming reports have emerged of Israeli forces targeting al-Shifa hospital in Gaza, a vital lifeline for the besieged Palestinian population. The assaults have resulted in the blockading of patients and further compounded the dire situation on the ground.

In response to the mounting casualties, Israel's military department has claimed that 90 Hamas fighters were killed in the raid on Al Shifa hospital, with an additional 160 individuals arrested. Operations are underway in central Gaza and Khan Yunis, further intensifying the suffering of civilians caught in the crossfire.

The Hamas-controlled administration in Gaza has condemned the attacks, citing the loss of over 100 aid workers in a week of relentless bombardment. The staggering toll of the recent violence adds to the already devastating human cost of the long-standing conflict, with the total loss of life in Gaza surpassing 32,000 over the past 5 and a half months, and more than 74,000 individuals left injured.

As the international community grapples with the escalating crisis, calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to dialogue have grown louder, emphasizing the urgent need to address the root causes of the conflict and work towards a sustainable peace in the region.