Israeli gunfire and air strikes kill at least five people in Gaza
Israeli forces have killed five people in Gaza City and northern Gaza through gunfire and air strikes, with additional injuries reported.
Medical sources say three people were shot dead by Israeli gunfire in Gaza City and the north of the territory on Thursday. A separate Israeli strike on a vehicle in the Tel al-Hawa neighbourhood killed two more and wounded three. An additional air strike in al-Tawam north of Gaza City caused casualties, though the exact number remains unknown.
Why it matters
The deaths underscore the continuing civilian toll of the Israel-Gaza conflict.
How this story developed
- Sep 17 Gaza families face new evacuations and food shortages a year after ceasefire
- Sep 28 A six‑storey apartment block collapsed, killing 21 people and prompting a lengthy rescue effort.
- Oct 6 Israeli forces used tear‑gas and briefly detained six journalists during the olive‑harvest confrontations.
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