Israeli military forces have killed six Palestinians, one of them an infant, inside a school being used as a shelter in Gaza City. The fatal incident occurred on Friday, according to statements from local hospital officials.
Details of the Deadly Incident
The Palestinian civil defence stated that Israeli troops opened fire from their positions beyond the ceasefire line, which they had previously withdrawn to. Their fire struck the school building, which was housing displaced civilians. The attack resulted in six fatalities and left several others wounded.
Mourning at the Hospital
In the aftermath, dozens of people gathered at a hospital in Gaza City. The scene was one of profound grief, with five body bags visible outside the medical facility. One man was seen cradling the small, white-shrouded body of the killed infant.
Rising Toll Since the Ceasefire
This latest violent episode has significant implications for the fragile truce. The attack brings the total number of Palestinians killed by Israel since the October ceasefire took effect to 401, marking a continued escalation of hostilities despite the agreed pause in wider conflict.
