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Over 1,000 Palestinians killed in Gaza during ceasefire, Health Ministry reports
The Gaza Health Ministry reported that over 1,000 Palestinians have been killed since the October 2025 ceasefire took effect, despite an agreement mediated by Egypt, Qatar, the US, and Turkey. Continued Israeli military operations including drone strikes, shelling, and gunfire have resulted in deaths and injuries across the enclave, with both sides accusing each other of ceasefire violations.





Quick Facts
Who
Gaza Health Ministry
What
1,005-1,007 Palestinians killed during ceasefire
When
October 7, 2023 - Hamas attack on Israel
Where
Gaza Strip
- 1,005-1,007 Palestinians killed during ceasefire
- 3,165 Palestinians injured since ceasefire began
- Near-daily Israeli drone strikes, shelling, and gunfire
- Israeli strike in Khan Younis killed 2, wounded 6
- Ceasefire agreement reached with mediation
The Gaza Health Ministry reported on June 18, 2026, that over 1,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Gaza Strip since a ceasefire took effect in October 2025. According to official ministry figures, 1,005 to 1,007 Palestinians have died from Israeli military operations, with an additional 3,165 injured during the ceasefire period. The ministry's data, which is maintained by medical professionals and viewed as generally reliable by the international community, recorded nine deaths and more than 20 injuries in the three days preceding the report.
Despite the ceasefire agreement reached on October 10, 2025, following mediation by Egypt, Qatar, the United States, and Turkey, Israeli military operations have continued. The enclave has experienced near-daily drone strikes, shelling, and gunfire along the boundary dividing Gaza into Israeli and Palestinian-controlled zones. Recent attacks have targeted towns and refugee camps in central Gaza and Gaza City. On June 18, an Israeli strike in Khan Younis killed two Palestinians and wounded six others near the beach in the Muwasi tent camp, where hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians reside. The Israeli military acknowledged conducting the strike but described the target as a "terrorist" without providing additional details.
Israel has stated it continues operations against Hamas and allied militants, and has expanded the territory it controls within Gaza. Under the ceasefire agreement, Israeli troops withdrew to the "yellow line" while retaining control over more than 50 percent of Gaza's territory. Both Israel and Hamas have accused each other of violating the ceasefire terms.
The latest deaths contribute to a far larger toll from the broader conflict that began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas-led militants attacked southern Israel, killing approximately 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages. The Gaza Health Ministry reported that the total casualty count from the conflict since October 2023 has reached 73,018 deaths and over 173,000 injuries. Before the crisis, Gaza was home to approximately 2.3 million Palestinians.
Why This Matters
This report reveals the fragility of the October 2025 ceasefire and raises urgent questions about enforcement mechanisms in Middle East conflict resolution. With over 1,000 deaths during what was meant to be a cessation of hostilities, the ceasefire's credibility is at stake, affecting international mediation efforts, humanitarian aid access, and prospects for sustainable peace in Gaza. For readers, this underscores how diplomatic agreements alone cannot stop violence without robust verification and accountability measures.
Timeline & Sources
Oct 7, 2023
WireHamas-led militants attack southern Israel, killing approximately 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages
Oct 7, 2023
WireIsrael declares total blockade of Gaza Strip and launches air strikes
Oct 9, 2025
WireIsrael and Hamas agree to ceasefire agreement with mediation from Egypt, Qatar, US, and Turkey
Oct 10, 2025
WireCeasefire takes effect in Gaza Strip; Israeli troops withdraw to 'yellow line'
Jun 18, 2026
WireIsraeli strike in Khan Younis kills 2 Palestinians and wounds 6 others
Jun 18, 2026
WireGaza Health Ministry reports 1,005-1,007 Palestinians killed since ceasefire began