Gaza Strip Suffers Devastating Losses in 40th Day of Israeli War

Strategic Insights -

Israel's airstrikes on Gaza have resulted in widespread destruction and loss of life, as medical sources report 45 deaths and dozens more injuries since Friday dawn. The Israeli occupation forces have targeted homes and civilian gatherings, including a school housing displaced persons, leaving many missing and wounded under the rubble. The death toll continues to rise, with 51,439 martyrs and 117,416 wounded since October 7, 2023.

Key Takeaways:

  • 45 people were killed since Friday dawn, in addition to dozens more injured, according to medical sources.
  • The Israeli occupation forces targeted the Al-Khour family home, killing four martyrs and wounding others, and the Abu Abdo family home, killing three civilians and wounding others.
  • The Al-Farabi School, housing displaced persons in central Gaza City, was bombed, killing three civilians.
  • Nine citizens were martyred in the bombing of the Al-Amur family home, with 11 citizens martyred in the Shurab family home, including five siblings.
  • Hospitals in Gaza received 84 martyrs and 168 injuries over the past 24 hours, with a total of 51,439 martyrs and 117,416 wounded since October 7, 2023.

Statistics:

  • 45 people killed since Friday dawn.
  • 84 martyrs received by hospitals in Gaza over the past 24 hours.
  • 168 injuries reported in hospitals in Gaza over the past 24 hours.
  • 51,439 martyrs and 117,416 wounded since October 7, 2023.
  • 2,062 martyrs and 5,375 injuries since March 18, 2025.

Sources:

  • Maan News Agency (April 26, 2025)
  • Ministry of Health in Gaza, daily statistical report on the number of martyrs and wounded.
  • Ministry of Health in Gaza, daily statistical report on the number of martyrs and wounded, October 7, 2023.