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Israeli Forces Rescue Hostages in Gaza, 210 Palestinians Dead, 400 Wounded

Jun 8, 2024, 03:10 PM

Israeli forces conducted a rescue operation in the Nuseirat refugee camp in Gaza, resulting in the release of four hostages. The operation, which involved the use of humanitarian aid trucks and civilian vehicles, led to significant casualties among Palestinians. Reports indicate that the death toll has risen to 210, with more than 400 wounded. The Gaza government's media office described the incident as a massacre, highlighting that many of the victims were innocent civilians, including women and children. Initial reports mentioned that ninety-three Palestinians were killed, which later rose to 125 and then to over 150.