Israeli strikes in Gaza kill eight, including a child
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Israeli strikes in Gaza killed eight people, including a child, hospitals said. Five officers from the Hamas-run police were killed in Khan Younis and three people, including a child, were killed in Gaza City. Palestinian authorities say more than 74,000 people have been killed in Israel's assault on Gaza. The strikes continue despite ongoing ceasefire efforts.
Why it matters:Continued civilian deaths complicate ceasefire negotiations and increase international pressure on Israel.
Key points
- Five Hamas-run police officers killed in Khan Younis
- Three killed in Gaza City, including a child
- Over 74,000 killed since the war began, per Palestinian authorities
Sources (original reporting)
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