His comments came as Israel struck the Hamas-controlled territory, which is home to 2.3 million people. people, after the attack on Israel organized by Hamas, during which more than 1.2 thousand were killed. people. Officials reported that more than 1,200 people were killed in Gaza during Israeli retaliatory strikes. people.
Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel on Saturday, invading its territory and launching rocket attacks. Israel carried out retaliatory strikes on the Gaza Strip.
Hamas is the Palestinian militant group that rules the Gaza Strip and has been involved in several wars with Israel since taking over the Gaza Strip in 2007. The group has been recognized as a terrorist by Israel, the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom and some other countries.
Hamas is supported by Iran, financing the purchase of weapons, supplying them and providing military training. Hamas has a political office in Qatar, where some of its leaders are based.
2.3 million people live in the Gaza Strip. people, but Israel, with the help of Egypt, has imposed a blockade on the territory since 2007 – it has restricted the entry of goods into the territory and their departure from it by water, sea or air, as well as the ability of the Palestinians themselves to leave the territory, except for a few tens of thousands of workers.
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How has the initial Hamas attack on Israel shaped the narrative surrounding the ongoing conflict?
## Interview: 100 Days of War: Examining the Human Cost
**Host:** Welcome back to the program. We’re now approaching a somber milestone – 100 days since the outbreak of violence between Israel and Hamas. The conflict has taken a devastating toll on both sides, but particularly in Gaza, where over 24,000 people have been killed according to the UN [[1](https://apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-live-updates-01-15-2024-966bd5a9375e7439dd3de5fc113a7e7d)]. Joining us today is Sarah Green, a conflict analyst specializing in the Middle East. Sarah, thank you for being here.
**Sarah Green:** My pleasure. It’s essential we continue to shed light on this ongoing humanitarian crisis.
**Host:** Absolutely. Let’s start with the staggering death toll in Gaza. What are the factors contributing to this level of devastation?
**Sarah Green:** The situation in Gaza is dire. It’s a densely populated area with limited access to resources even before the conflict escalated. The Israeli airstrikes, while targeting Hamas infrastructure, have unfortunately resulted in a high number of civilian casualties. The ongoing blockade has also exacerbated the humanitarian crisis by restricting the flow of essential supplies like food, water, and medical aid. [[1](https://apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-live-updates-01-15-2024-966bd5a9375e7439dd3de5fc113a7e7d)]
**Host:** Hamas’s initial attack, which killed over 1,200 people in Israel and resulted in the kidnapping of 250 hostages, sparked this conflict. How has this initial attack shaped the current narrative surrounding the conflict?
**Sarah Green:** The Hamas attack was undeniably a horrific act of violence with devastating consequences. However, it’s crucial to remember that the ongoing conflict has a complex history. Understanding the underlying factors, including the long-standing Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the grievances felt by both sides, is vital for seeking a lasting solution.
**Host:** As we mark 100 days of war, what are the prospects for peace?
**Sarah Green:** The path to peace remains elusive. Both sides are entrenched in their positions, and there seems to be a lack of political will for meaningful negotiations. International pressure is crucial to urge all parties involved to de-escalate the violence and engage in dialog. We must also prioritize providing humanitarian assistance to the millions affected by this conflict.
**Host:** Thank you, Sarah, for your insightful analysis.
**Sarah Green:** Thank you.
