Title: Victim figures in Gaza: necessary clarification
Introduction :
When we talk about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the question of victims is a crucial aspect of the analysis. And yet, the question of the veracity of the figures is often a source of debate and controversy. In this article, we will take a closer look at the figures provided by the Hamas-run Gaza Ministry of Health and the questions they raise.
Gaza Ministry of Health and information sources:
The Gaza Health Ministry is responsible for collecting information on casualties in the enclave. Data is provided by hospitals in the region, as well as the Palestinian Red Crescent. However, it is important to note that the ministry does not specify how the Palestinians were killed, whether by Israeli airstrikes, barrages or Palestinian rocket attacks.
A partial view of the victims:
A criticism often leveled at the Gaza Health Ministry’s figures is their bias. Indeed, all the victims are presented as victims of “Israeli aggression”, without distinction between civilians and combatants. This raises questions about the objectivity of the figures and their use, particularly by United Nations agencies.
Figures from the UN and humanitarian agencies:
In the past, UN agencies, such as the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Palestinian Red Crescent, have used figures provided by Gaza’s health ministry in their reports. However, these figures have sometimes been called into question. The United Nations Humanitarian Office even conducted its own searches of medical records to obtain more precise figures.
Conclusion :
The issue of victims in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is an important aspect that deserves to be addressed rigorously. The figures provided by the Gaza Ministry of Health should be viewed with caution, given their alleged bias. It is essential to draw on multiple and reliable sources of information to obtain a more nuanced and in-depth vision of the victims of this tragic conflict.