The United Nations has revealed that 18 percent of Gaza's infrastructure has been destroyed since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war. This shocking statistic comes after an unprecedented attack by Hamas militants on October 7. The assessment, conducted by the UN's satellite analysis agency UNOSAT, is based on an image taken on November 26, showing a 49 percent increase in the total number of structures affected since a previous assessment on November 7. As of November 26, UNOSAT has identified 10,049 destroyed structures, 8,243 severely damaged structures, and 19,087 moderately damaged structures.

This totals to 37,379 structures affected, equivalent to around 18 percent of the total structures in the Gaza Strip. These figures highlight the devastating impact of the war on the region. The war began with Hamas's October 7 attacks, which resulted in the death of 1,200 people, primarily civilians, according to Israeli figures. The conflict also saw around 240 hostages taken back to Gaza. In response, Israel launched a relentless offensive of air strikes and ground assaults, aiming to destroy Hamas.

Unfortunately, these actions have led to much of Gaza being reduced to rubble, with more than 18,000 people dead, mostly civilians, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. These findings emphasize the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire and support to address the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The impact on civilian infrastructures is evident, with thousands of homes and essential facilities severely damaged or destroyed. The United Nations warns that without immediate action, the situation will only worsen, deepening the suffering of the people in Gaza.