More than 1,000 people have been killed in Gaza during ceasefire, Palestinian authorities say
Summary
Since a ceasefire began last October, Israeli military actions in Gaza have killed more than 1,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza health officials. Recently, Israeli strikes targeted militant groups, but also caused civilian casualties, amid ongoing tensions and accusations of ceasefire violations by both sides.Key Facts
- Gaza’s Health Ministry reports over 1,005 Palestinians have been killed during the ceasefire period since October 2025.
- Near-daily Israeli strikes, shelling, and gunfire continue along the border dividing Gaza.
- An Israeli strike on June 17, 2026, killed two Palestinians and wounded six in southern Gaza.
- The Israeli military admitted to conducting the strike, targeting a Hamas militant group.
- Families said those killed were near a large tent camp housing displaced Palestinians.
- Both Israel and Hamas accuse each other of breaking the ceasefire agreement.
- The Gaza Health Ministry states the overall death toll from the war has passed 73,000 but does not distinguish between civilians and fighters.
- The conflict began after Hamas attacked Israel in October 2023, killing 1,200 people and taking hostages.
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