A study published in The Lancet reveals that the official Palestinian death toll from the Israel-Hamas war may have significantly underreported fatalities, possibly by tens of thousands. The study points to discrepancies in the reported numbers, suggesting that many deaths went unrecorded due to the chaos of the conflict and limited access to affected areas.

The researchers stress that the undercount could impact humanitarian efforts, historical documentation, and future accountability. The findings underscore the need for greater transparency and accuracy in recording civilian casualties in such conflicts.