What’s happened in Gaza and the West Bank since the start of the Iran war?
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Since the start of the Iran war on February 28, 2026, Israel has continued military operations in Gaza and the West Bank. In Gaza, the Rafah border crossing with Egypt was closed by Israel on March 1, citing security adjustments, leading to panic buying due to fears of food shortages. The UN Secretary-General has called for the reopening of Gaza's border crossings. In the West Bank, violence has continued, with over 1,000 Palestinians killed by Israeli soldiers or settlers since the start of the Gaza war in October 2023, while at least 45 Israelis have been killed in Palestinian attacks or military operations. These events are occurring against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict that began in October 2023, which has resulted in significant casualties in both Gaza and Israel.
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