In Israel, around 1,405 people have lost their lives, with about 5400 injured and over 200 taken as hostages. Five hostages have been released thus far, most of them following negotiations through diplomatic channels.
Among sociologists who came in support of Gaza and Palestinians while ignoring Hamas' terrorist attack were "professors" and "interllectuals" who were supporters, organisers and speakers at Dismantling Global Hindutva Conference in 2021
Interestingly, in the 'clarification' that came 5 days after the news was already debunked as a false claim, New York Times admitted that they relied heavily on Hamas claims on the Gaza hospital explosion