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Since the start of the war, at least 73,377 people have been killed in Gaza, according to the Hamas-run health ministry, whose figures are considered reliable by the UN. Most of them, around 90%, were killed," Civil Defence spokesman Mohammed Basel said at the time. "On that day [of the strikes], the Civil Defence crews couldn't get to the site because it needed co-ordination [with Israel via a third party such as the ICRC] and there was great danger in reaching the area." Relatives of the dead were at the scene to guide the recovery crews during the recovery work. The remains of many are thought to be under the rubble left by intense Israeli air strikes during the war. 'Digital lifeline' - Gaza tech workers give glimpse of possible future At least 13 killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza after Hamas agree disarmament deal Israeli official says troops won't pull back in Gaza without 'genuine' Hamas disarmament Watch our pick of standout clips from across the BBC More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel Afghan boxer arrested in connection with death of Scottish woman in Greece Fifa private money plan had to be scrapped - Wenger Zinc dresses and ice creams - how to survive a heatwave wedding I left my wife and twins behind - why this Nigerian man fled South Africa Breast cancer checks missing most women under 50 who are at risk, says study There's a reason child vaccination rates are falling - and it's not social media Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger After three traumatic years at uni, I fear I won't get my dream nursing job Woman has pioneering womb surgery to fix 'miracle' baby with intestines outside its body 'I brought up my family in a London graveyard' Get news, tips and ideas for your family with our Summer Essential newsletter Follow police investigations from the 999 call to conviction The return of the thrilling, award-winning drama about the CIA Tommy and John Fury d… And we've supported them by renting - for hundreds of hours - two of the only excavators available for this work in Gaza." "It's not an answer any family wants to receive - confirmation that your loved one has been killed," Griffiths added. "But it's essential towards them receiving closure and being able to mourn their loss in their own way." Last month, the BBC filmed the start of the operation to uncover bodies in Sabra.