Summary
An Israeli airstrike killed five Palestinians and injured others in tents near Khan Younis in Gaza. The strikes targeted an area used by displaced people and were a response to an attack by Hamas on Israeli soldiers.
Key Facts
- Five Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes near Khan Younis in Gaza.
- The strikes hit tents and shelters for displaced people in the al-Mawasi area.
- Several people were also wounded in this incident.
- The Israeli military stated the strike targeted a Hamas terrorist.
- The military action followed an attack in which five Israeli soldiers were injured.
- The attack took place in the Rafah area of Gaza.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had vowed to respond to the attack on Israeli troops.