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Israeli attacks on Gaza kill 14, including mourners attending funeral
Al Jazeera • • world
Key Points:
- At least 14 Palestinians have been killed in multiple Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip, including eight killed in a drone strike targeting a funeral procession in Nuseirat refugee camp.
- The Israeli military confirmed the drone strike, claiming it targeted a "terrorist" cell, but acknowledged civilian casualties and is reviewing the results of the strike.
- Despite a nominal ceasefire with Hamas since last October, Israeli attacks on Gaza have increased, with over 40 strikes reported in the previous month, the highest monthly total since the ceasefire began.
- Palestinian group Hamas condemned the strikes as systematic violations of the ceasefire, while reports indicate ongoing destruction and civilian suffering, including the killing of 274 children since the ceasefire started.
- The situation raises serious concerns about the future of peace and reconstruction in Gaza, with drones frequently overhead and continued violence impacting civilians daily.
