More than 38,000 women, girls killed in Gaza war by end of 2025, UN says

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The UN Women agency estimates that over 38,000 women and girls were killed in Gaza between October 2023 and December 2025 due to Israeli military operations. This figure represents more than half of the total deaths recorded in Gaza during that period, with the agency noting the true toll is likely higher.

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Over 38,000 women and girls were killed in the Gaza war by the end of 2025, the UN estimated Friday, amounting to over half of the more than 71,000 deaths recorded by the territory's health ministry for that year. Today, the death toll stands at over 72,000.

More than 38,000 women, girls killed in Gaza war by end of 2025, UN says

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