Israeli Airstrike in Gaza Kills Nine, Including Journalists and Aid Workers

The attack, described by Israel as targeting militants, has been called a violation of international law by Hamas as ceasefire tensions escalate.

An Israeli airstrike in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, killed nine people, including three journalists and several aid workers, according to Gaza's health ministry.
The Israeli military claimed the strike targeted Hamas and Islamic Jihad militants operating a drone, alleging some posed as journalists, an accusation denied by Hamas.
Hamas accused Israel of violating international law and undermining the fragile ceasefire, which has seen ongoing violence since its January implementation.
The attack coincided with ceasefire talks in Cairo, where Hamas leaders urged mediators to pressure Israel into resuming negotiations for a permanent truce.
The conflict, which began after a deadly Hamas raid in October 2023, has killed over 48,000 Palestinians, with accusations of war crimes leveled against Israel, which it denies.