Israeli tank fire struck Gaza’s only Catholic church, killing three civilians and injuring at least 10 others.
The victims were sheltering at the Holy Family Church, which had been serving as a refuge for displaced families.
Israel acknowledged the strike and expressed “deep regret”, but international condemnation is mounting.
Continued Bombardment
Since dawn on Thursday, at least 56 Palestinians were killed in Israeli air and ground attacks across Gaza.
Strikes targeted Khan Younis, Gaza City, and central refugee camps, with dozens of casualties reported at aid distribution points.
Human Toll,
Gaza’s Health Ministry reports:
58,667 killed
139,974 wounded since October 7, 2023
In Israel, 1,139 people were killed during the initial Hamas-led attacks, with over 200 hostages still unaccounted for.
Regional Spillover,
Israeli airstrikes also hit Suwayda, Syria, despite ceasefire efforts between Druze and Bedouin factions.
Syrian state media accuses Israel of sabotaging peace efforts and escalating regional tensions.
(Sourced from The New York Times)
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