Khadija School airstrike | |
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Part of the Israel–Hamas war | |
Location | Deir al-Balah, Gaza Strip |
Date | 26 July 2024 |
Target | Khadija school |
Attack type | Airstrike |
Deaths | 30+ Palestinians |
Injured | 100+ Palestinians |
Perpetrators | Israel Defense Forces |
The Khadija School airstrike by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) occurred on 26 July 2024 during the Israel–Hamas war in the central region of Gaza, specifically in Deir al-Balah.[1] The airstrike killed at least 30 individuals, including seven minors.[2] The Gaza Health Ministry run by Hamas reported an additional 100 casualties. The victims, who had sought shelter at the school, were transported to Shuhada al-Aqsa Hospital for medical attention.[3]