Palestinian Death Toll in Gaza War Surpasses 74,000, AP Reports

The Palestinian death toll from the nearly three-year Israel-Hamas war has surpassed 74,000, according to Gaza's Health Ministry, The Associated Press (AP) reported.

The aftermath of destruction in Gaza following the Israel-Hamas war. [Photo: WAFA (Q2915969) in contract with a local company (APAimages)]

While a ceasefire that took effect last Oct. 10 has halted the heaviest fighting, Israeli strikes have continued. The Israeli military has said some strikes were carried out in response to threats or attacks.

The reported death toll comes from Gaza's Health Ministry. As with previous casualty figures from the conflict, the figures are subject to the limitations of wartime reporting and should be attributed to the source.