Eleven killed after Israel hits bus in Gaza, Hamas-run civil defence says
Summary
Eleven members of the same family died when an Israeli tank shell hit the bus they were in, according to officials in Gaza. The incident occurred in the Zeitoun neighborhood of Gaza City amidst the ongoing ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The Israeli military claimed they targeted the bus after it crossed a restricted area and posed a threat to their troops.Key Facts
- Eleven people from one family were killed by an Israeli tank shell hitting their bus in northern Gaza.
- The family was returning to check their home when the incident occurred.
- This is the most deadly incident since the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began eight days prior.
- The Israeli military said they fired at a bus identified as "suspicious" after it entered a restricted area.
- Palestinian officials say the bus was targeted without reason, claiming the victims included women and children.
- The Israeli army intends to place visual signs to indicate restricted areas in Gaza.
- The Rafah border crossing from Egypt to Gaza is set to open for residents returning home.
- As part of a ceasefire deal, hostages and deceased bodies have been exchanged between Israel and Hamas.
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