Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Israel Reports Rising Number of Injuries Amid Iran Conflict


(MENAFN) Israel’s Health Ministry reported on Monday that at least 7,142 people have sustained injuries since the outbreak of the conflict with Iran, including 107 new cases over the past 24 hours.

According to reports, 114 individuals remain hospitalized, with two in critical condition and 14 suffering from serious injuries. While official figures on fatalities were not provided, independent sources indicate that at least 31 people have died since the war began on February 28.

Tensions in the region have intensified since a joint US-Israeli offensive against Iran on February 28, which reportedly claimed over 1,340 lives, including the then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. In retaliation, Iran has carried out drone and missile strikes targeting Israel, as well as Jordan, Iraq, and Gulf nations hosting US forces, while also limiting maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

The conflict has further spread to Lebanon, with Israeli forces conducting airstrikes and ground operations, and Hezbollah launching cross-border attacks into Israel, heightening the risk of a broader regional escalation.

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