More than 800 Palestinian teachers have been killed and over 3,300 injured since the start of Israel’s war on Gaza in October 2023, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Education and Higher Education. The information was reported by Qatar-based news outlet Al Jazeera, citing a statement released by the ministry ahead of World Teachers' Day on October 5th. The ministry highlighted that Palestinian educators are operating amidst the most challenging circumstances of aggression and systematic targeting. The statement underscores the severe impact of the conflict on the education sector in Gaza. This has created a dire situation for students and educators alike. The ongoing attacks pose a significant threat to the future of education in the region, the ministry indicated. These figures represent a devastating loss for Palestinian society.