Israeli Strike in Gaza Kills Seven People

An Israeli military strike in Gaza has killed at least seven people, with health officials reporting several uninvolved individuals were also harmed.

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Israeli Strike in Gaza Kills Seven People, Health Officials Say

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The Israeli military said the attack targeted members of the second-biggest militant group in Gaza. It also said it was “aware of the claims that several uninvolved individuals” had been harmed.

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NYT Published 17 July 2026

Israeli Strike in Gaza Kills Seven People, Health Officials Say

The Israeli military said the attack targeted members of the second-biggest militant group in Gaza. It also said it was “aware of the claims that several uninvolved individuals” had been harmed.

Guardian Published 17 July 2026

Israeli strike on Gaza funeral killed at least seven people, hospital says

Another 22 reportedly injured while mourning Palestinian killed in Israeli attack earlier in the day An Israeli strike on a funeral in the Gaza Strip has killed at least seven people and injured another 22, according to a local hospital. There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military. Continue reading...

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