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Israeli Airstrike Kills Girl, Uncle Amid Ongoing Conflict

1/7/2026

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An Israeli airstrike in Gaza on January 5 killed a 5-year-old girl and her uncle in the Muwasi area near Khan Yunis, according to hospital officials.
Two other children were injured in the strike.
The Israeli military said it targeted a Hamas militant planning an attack and that the strike complied with ceasefire terms.
The Gaza Health Ministry reported 71,388 Palestinian deaths and 171,269 injuries since the conflict escalated.

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An Israeli airstrike in Gaza on January 5 killed a 5-year-old girl and her uncle in the Muwasi area near Khan Yunis, according to hospital officials.
Two other children were injured in the strike.
The Israeli military said it targeted a Hamas militant planning an attack and that the strike complied with ceasefire terms.
The Gaza Health Ministry reported 71,388 Palestinian deaths and 171,269 injuries since the conflict escalated.