 | This article documents a massacre. Information may change rapidly as the event progresses, and initial news reports may be unreliable. The latest updates to this article may not reflect the most current information. (October 2024) |
| Beit Lahia massacre | |
|---|---|
| Part of the second battle of Jabalia during the Israel–Hamas war | |
  Beit Lahia Location within the Gaza Strip | |
| Location | Beit Lahia, Gaza Strip, Palestine |
| Date | 19 October 2024 |
Attack type | Massacre, airstrikes, artillery |
| Deaths | 87+ Palestinians, mostly women and children |
| Injured | 100+ Palestinians |
| Perpetrator |  Israel Defense Forces |
On 19 October 2024, the Israel Defense Forces conducted attacks on Beit Lahia in northern Gaza, killing at least 87 Palestinians and injuring more than 100, with many more missing due to being trapped under the rubble.[1] Israeli airstrikes and artillery shells struck several buildings in densely packed residential blocks filled with local residents and evacuees, primarily in the western regions of the city.[2]
- ^ "80 Killed, More than 100 Injured in New Israeli Massacre in Beit Lahia". Iran Press. 20 October 2024. Retrieved 20 October 2024.
- ^ "At least 87 killed in strike on northern Gaza, local officials say, as Israel continues attacks on Beirut". BBC News. Retrieved 20 October 2024.