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Israeli strike on Gaza apartment building kills civilians including children
An Israeli air strike has struck a residential building in Gaza City's al-Sabra neighbourhood, resulting in multiple fatalities among the civilian population. Local reports indicate that children were among those killed in the attack.
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The strike hit the apartment building in the densely populated al-Sabra area of Gaza City, leaving rescue workers and residents searching through the rubble for survivors. Initial accounts from witnesses describe scenes of devastation, with families trapped in the damaged structure.
Local health officials confirmed that several people, including minors, were killed in the strike. The exact number of casualties remained unclear as emergency responders worked to access affected areas and assess the full extent of the damage.
The incident is part of ongoing military operations in Gaza. Israeli officials have stated that their forces target militant positions, though civilian casualties have been a persistent concern raised by international humanitarian organizations monitoring the conflict.
Family members of those killed expressed anguish over the loss of their loved ones. The strike underscores the mounting toll on Gaza's civilian population amid the broader conflict.