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Meanwhile, civilian suffering in Gaza has reached a critical level. Humanitarian agencies like the International Red Cross report a surge in mass casualty incidents, with hospitals overwhelmed by weapon-related injuries. Recent statistics indicate that over 40 civilians, including many children, lost their lives on Sunday alone amid strikes on markets and residential areas. Ongoing water shortages, compounded by fuel shortages, have further deteriorated living conditions, as sanitation and desalination efforts grind to a halt. The population's dependency on limited water collection points—such as the one targeted Sunday—has increased, worsening the humanitarian crisis.