Israeli Strike Kills 15, Including 8 Children, in Gaza While Queuing for Supplements

Deadly Strike in Deir al-Balah

• 🎯 An Israeli strike near a medical point in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza, resulted in the deaths of at least 15 Palestinians.
• 💔 Among the victims were eight children and two women, according to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital.
• 🥣 The victims were reportedly queuing for nutritional supplements when the strike occurred.

Verification and Aftermath

• 📹 Graphic video footage emerged showing the bodies of children and other victims at the scene and later at the hospital.
• 🔎 BBC Verify has worked to confirm the identities of some victims by matching clothing from the scene to those at the hospital.
• ⚠️ The Israeli military stated they targeted a "Hamas terrorist" involved in the October 7th attacks and expressed regret for any harm to uninvolved individuals.
• ⚖️ The incident is currently under review by the Israeli army.

Broader Context of Conflict

• 🕊️ The incident occurred amidst ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Israeli and Hamas delegations in Doha.
• 📈 Reports indicate that at least 52 Palestinians were killed in a heavy round of Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip since midnight.