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Israel Regrets Gaza Church Strike Amid Syria Airstrikes

7/19/2025

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On July 18, Israel expressed deep regret after a shell accidentally struck the Holy Family Church in Gaza City, leading to an investigation. Both the Israeli Prime Minister's Office and the Vatican condemned the incident. Meanwhile, Israel ramped up military operations in Syria, launching airstrikes in the Suwayda region to safeguard the Druze community from jihadist threats.

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On July 18, Israel expressed deep regret after a shell accidentally struck the Holy Family Church in Gaza City, leading to an investigation. Both the Israeli Prime Minister's Office and the Vatican condemned the incident. Meanwhile, Israel ramped up military operations in Syria, launching airstrikes in the Suwayda region to safeguard the Druze community from jihadist threats.