Israeli Army Says It Targeted Hamas Military Site With Strikes, Killing 5 In Gaza

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Reports from Gaza indicate that Israeli airstrikes have resulted in the deaths of at least five Palestinians. Health officials in the Gaza Strip confirmed the casualties, with the Israeli army stating that they targeted a Hamas military site in the northern region.

Among the casualties, three individuals lost their lives in an airstrike on a house in the Sabra suburb of Gaza City. Additionally, another airstrike in Beit Hanoun town claimed the lives of two men and left six others injured, as reported by Gaza health officials.

The Israeli military justified the strikes by stating that they detected Hamas preparations for attacks on Israeli territory in northern Gaza. This action comes after a period of relative calm was disrupted, leading to a renewal of hostilities between the two sides.

In a separate incident, Israeli naval vessels targeted boats allegedly connected to Hamas and Islamic Jihad groups, while Palestinian sources reported that Israeli drones set fire to several fishing boats near Gaza City.

Furthermore, Israeli authorities issued evacuation orders through leaflets dropped in Beit Hanoun and Khan Younis, warning residents of the impending danger in the combat zones.

Israeli airstrikes on Tuesday resulted in a significant number of casualties, with Palestinian health authorities reporting over 400 deaths. Israeli officials have indicated that these strikes are just the beginning of their military campaign.

Both Israel and Hamas have accused each other of violating the ceasefire that had been in place since January, offering a temporary reprieve for Gaza’s population. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cited Hamas’ refusal to extend the ceasefire as the reason behind the renewed hostilities.

Amidst the escalating conflict, Hamas officials expressed their commitment to the ceasefire agreement, emphasizing the need for a permanent resolution to the ongoing violence.

The conflict between Israel and Hamas dates back to a previous attack by Hamas gunmen, resulting in casualties and the seizure of hostages. The subsequent Israeli campaign in Gaza has led to a significant loss of life, further exacerbating the already dire humanitarian situation in the region.

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