Israeli strike kills World Cup screening organizer in Gaza just before kickoff
Summary
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed Mohamed al-Wahidi, a Palestinian aid official helping organize public World Cup screenings, along with three others just before a soccer match started. The strike targeted a Hamas militant, but al-Wahidi and the others were not militants, according to local health officials and the Israeli military.Key Facts
- Mohamed al-Wahidi was the director of public relations for the Egyptian Committee in Gaza.
- He was killed along with three civilians: two boys (ages 10 and 8) and their driver.
- The strike happened shortly before the Egypt-Argentina World Cup match kickoff.
- The Israeli military said the attack targeted a Hamas militant but is checking if the driver was the intended target.
- The Egyptian Committee provides food, shelter, and aid to Palestinians and organized the World Cup screenings.
- Gaza has seen frequent Israeli strikes despite a truce reached in October 2025.
- Over 1,000 Palestinians, including children, have been killed since the truce began, along with five Israeli soldiers.
- The Egyptian soccer team and coach have shown support for Palestinians during the World Cup.
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