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Israel-Gaza war causes displacement, death, and food shortages

The Washington Post — April 13, 2024, 09:00 AM UTC

Summary: The Israel-Gaza war has lasted six months, causing widespread displacement. Hamas initiated the conflict with a cross-border attack, leading to Israel's ground invasion. The Gaza crisis has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and severe food shortages for half the population. Despite U.S.-Israeli tensions, the U.S. supports Israel with weapons and aid. The conflict's origins date back to before Israel's establishment in 1948.

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    Palestinians face Israeli fire trying to return to Gaza (CNN)
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    Israel-Gaza war ongoing for six months, causing regional tensions (The Washington Post)
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    Hamas weakened after 6 months of conflict with Israel (The Guardian)
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    Israeli military strikes in Gaza escalate, causing casualties and destruction (DAWN.com)
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    Israel-Gaza war ongoing, humanitarian crisis worsens, international tensions rise (The Washington Post)
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