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Gaza: Children screamed in street as we fled 2am air strike

Authorities confirmed that the only power station in Gaza ceased operations completely on Wednesday at 14:00 local time (11:00 GMT) after running out of fuel. The scarcity of essential supplies, including fuel, is a result of Israel's decision to cut off access to the sealed-off territory following a violent incursion by Hamas militants.

With the power station offline, residents are now relying on generators for electricity. However, the inability to import fuel for these generators has left the population in a dire situation. The lack of electricity severely impacts crucial services, including hospitals and water supply systems.

Adding to the desperation, both Israeli crossings and Egypt's only crossing point with Gaza have been shut down due to nearby air strikes. This has effectively trapped the population inside the territory, leaving them with no means of escape or access to external aid.

"I tried to get my family out, because it is unclear what might happen here in the future - but that was impossible," said one resident, highlighting the desperate attempts of many to find safety amidst the chaos.

The international community is closely monitoring the deteriorating situation, urging an immediate ceasefire and the restoration of essential supplies to alleviate the suffering of the people in Gaza. As the crisis deepens, humanitarian organizations are mobilizing to provide emergency relief, but their efforts are hampered by the ongoing conflict and limited access to the affected areas.

The plight of the people in Gaza serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which continues to exact a devastating toll on civilian lives in the region.

In the early hours of Tuesday morning, families in Gaza woke up to the alarming sound of sirens. Panicked, I hurriedly gathered my three children and our emergency kit, realizing the urgency of the situation. Together, we rushed towards what we believed would be safety: the hospital. However, upon our arrival, we were met with a heartbreaking scene - hundreds of people, like us, were desperately seeking refuge, their faces etched with fear and uncertainty.

Outside the hospital, chaos reigned as rockets streaked across the sky above us. The atmosphere was tense, and the air was thick with fear. Amidst the commotion, children, some half-asleep, clung to their parents, their screams echoing through the streets.

By Wednesday morning, the devastating toll of the conflict became clearer. Hamas, the militant group in Gaza, reported that 30 lives had been tragically lost in overnight strikes. Shockingly, the overall casualties in Gaza had surpassed 1,000, marking a grim milestone in the retaliatory air strikes.

Israel's military, in response to the attacks from Hamas militants, claimed to have targeted 450 locations in the Gaza Strip within the past 24 hours. The escalation in violence had resulted from Hamas militants crossing into Israel and launching a series of attacks on communities across the southern region of the country. Tragically, at least 1,200 Israelis lost their lives in these attacks, and an additional 150 individuals were taken hostage by Hamas.

The situation remained dire, leaving families on both sides of the conflict grappling with fear and uncertainty. As the international community watched in horror, the need for a resolution to this devastating conflict became increasingly urgent, and the hope for peace seemed to grow more distant with every passing moment.

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Gaza 'soon without fuel, medicine and food' - Israel authorities

In a dire situation that threatens the lives of millions, the Gaza Strip is teetering on the brink of a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. Israeli authorities have imposed a "complete siege" on the territory, severely restricting essential supplies including electricity, food, fuel, and water. As a result, aid has not reached the enclave since Saturday, leaving its nearly 2.3 million residents in a state of peril.

The region, plagued by ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hamas militants, has witnessed devastating consequences. Israeli airstrikes have left the streets deserted, with rubble from collapsed buildings lining the landscape, as shown in recent BBC footage. The death toll has soared to nearly 700 people, with thousands more reported to be injured, underscoring the urgent need for immediate assistance.

Approximately 80% of the population in Gaza relies heavily on humanitarian aid to meet their basic needs. The current crisis exacerbates their vulnerability, threatening their access to essential resources and medical care. The situation is compounded by the strict control of goods and movement imposed by Israel, which controls the airspace and shoreline of Gaza, as well as its borders. Egypt, Gaza's neighboring country, also enforces stringent restrictions on the passage of goods and people through its border, further limiting the enclave's access to vital supplies.

The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with growing concerns about the well-being of the people trapped in this crisis. Urgent diplomatic efforts are underway to negotiate the easing of restrictions and the delivery of crucial humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. As the world watches, hopes remain for a swift resolution to prevent further loss of life and alleviate the suffering of the innocent civilians caught in the crossfire.