More than 38,000 women and girls were killed in Gaza between October 2023 and December 2025 - UN Women
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Key Points:
- Despite the ceasefire announced in October 2025, killings of women and girls in Gaza have continued, indicating ongoing threats to their safety.
- Nearly 11,000 women and girls have sustained injuries causing lifelong disabilities, with actual casualty numbers likely higher due to trapped bodies and disrupted health information systems.
- The war has drastically reshaped families, leaving tens of thousands of households headed by women who face increased economic hardship and caregiving burdens.
- UN Women calls for full compliance with the ceasefire, respect for international law, accountability, and prioritized protection and humanitarian assistance for women and girls.
- UN Women is actively supporting women-led organizations in Gaza through funding, coordination, and technical assistance to ensure women’s participation in response, recovery, and peacebuilding efforts.
