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Hamas Accused of Using Human Shields Amid Gaza Crisis

10/8/2025

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Israel accuses the Palestinian militant group Hamas of civilian casualties from alleged use of human shields in residential areas.
Nearly all Gaza residents have been displaced, with families moving repeatedly.
Heavy bombardment has destroyed over 102,000 buildings, worsening famine.
As of October 2025, 465 Israeli soldiers have died; the Palestinian Ministry of Health reports significant civilian casualties.

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Israel accuses the Palestinian militant group Hamas of civilian casualties from alleged use of human shields in residential areas.
Nearly all Gaza residents have been displaced, with families moving repeatedly.
Heavy bombardment has destroyed over 102,000 buildings, worsening famine.
As of October 2025, 465 Israeli soldiers have died; the Palestinian Ministry of Health reports significant civilian casualties.