The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip has risen to 29,878 since Oct. 7, 2023, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said in a press statement on Tuesday.

The Israeli army killed 96 Palestinians and wounded 172 others during the past 24 hours, bringing the total death toll to 29,878 and injuries to 70,215, according to the statement.

Children ride past destroyed buildings in Gaza City, Feb. 26, 2024.(Photo: Xinhua)

 

People walk past destroyed buildings in Gaza City, Feb. 26, 2024(Photo: Xinhua)

 

Destroyed buildings are pictured in Gaza City, Feb. 26, 2024.(Photo: Xinhua)

 

Destroyed buildings are pictured in Gaza City, Feb. 26, 2024.(Photo: Xinhua)