Israeli Strike on Mosque-Shelter in Deir al-Balah Kills 21; Israel Says It Targeted Hamas

Oct 6, 2024, 03:11 AM

At least 21 people were killed and dozens more injured in an Israeli airstrike on a mosque-turned-shelter in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip, early Sunday, according to medics and Gaza's civil defense agency. Initial reports indicated at least five deaths and 20 wounded, but the Palestinian news agency Wafa later reported the death toll had risen to 18, and the civil defense agency updated it to 21. The Israeli military stated that the strike targeted Hamas militants.