Israeli Strikes Devastate Gaza: A Humanitarian Crisis Unfolds The past week has seen a sharp escalation in violence between Israel and Hamas controlled Gaza, resulting in widespread devastation and loss of life.
The conflict began on May 10th when Hamas launched rocket attacks into Israeli territory, prompting an Israeli military response that has left large swaths of Gaza in ruins.
Understanding the Protests that Sparked the Conflict Gaza's economy has been in shambles for years, with high unemployment rates (around 50%) and crippling poverty.