Gaza death toll surpasses 73,000 as Israeli attacks continue, rescue teams remain blocked and hospitals face shortages of medicine and supplies. Negotiations as Long as Washington Violates MemorandumGaza Death Toll Surpasses 73,000 Amid Continuing AttacksThe Gaza death toll has surpassed 73,000 Palestinians since Israel launched its military offensive in October 2023, according to figures reported by Gaza’s Ministry of Health. The blocked rescues have created a second, largely unseen death toll. Geopolitical ContextThe Gaza death toll has become a central issue in international debates over accountability, humanitarian law and the future of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Without a durable ceasefire, unrestricted aid and the reconstruction of essential infrastructure, the Gaza death toll is likely to continue rising.