Over the past day, 40 dead and 107 injured have been admitted to Gaza hospitals, the statement added.
"The death toll from Israeli strikes has increased to 40,005 since October 7 last year; another 92,401 were injured," the ministry said in a statement.
On October 7, 2023, a massive rocket attack from Gaza struck Israel. In addition, Hamas fighters infiltrated border areas, targeted civilians and soldiers, and took over 200 hostages. In retaliation, Israel launched Operation Iron Swords and announced a complete blockade of the enclave.