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Israeli Strikes in Gaza Kill Civilians Amid Fragile Ceasefire
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Core Event
On October 25 2026, Israeli air and drone strikes hit the Islamic University campus in Gaza City, killing three university staff members and injuring at least eight students. The same day, an Israeli airstrike on a displaced-people camp in the al-Mawasi area west of Khan Younis killed three civilians, including a seven-year-old girl, and wounded dozens. A follow-up strike later added another civilian death and further casualties.
Background & Context
The violence occurs under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that began on October 11 2025, following the 2023 war that started on October 7 2023. Both sides accuse the other of violations. Israeli forces say they target “terror operatives,” while Palestinian authorities and humanitarian groups report continued civilian harm.
Timeline
- October 7 2023 – Outbreak of the current Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
- October 11 2025 – Ceasefire takes effect.
- October 25 2026 – Dual strikes on the Islamic University and multiple sites in southern and central Gaza.
Data & Statistics
- Total Gaza death toll since October 7 2023: reported as 74,555 by one source and 74,544 by another.
- Deaths since the ceasefire (Oct 11 2025): 1,559 and 1,551 according to two health ministry reports.
- Injuries since the ceasefire: 5,608 and 5,573 respectively.
- Casualties on October 25 2026: at least eight Palestinians killed and more than 20 wounded, including the seven-year-old girl Jouri al-Soufi.
Official Statements & Responses
The IDF asserted that its operations used precision munitions and aerial surveillance to limit civilian casualties.
Criticism & Opposition
Palestinian officials condemned the attacks as violations of international law and the ceasefire. The Gaza Education Ministry warned that “the global silence regarding attacks on students and universities serves as encouragement for the continuation of these crimes.”
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Death toll figures differ between sources: 74,555 vs. 74,544.
- Ceasefire casualty counts vary (1,559 vs. 1,551 deaths).
- No Israeli military comment was provided on the civilian deaths in al-Mawasi, leaving a gap in official verification.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We transported three martyrs, including a child, following an Israeli air strike targeting a camp for displaced people in the al-Mawasi area, west of Khan Younis,” — Mahmoud Basal, civil defence spokesman
- “The global silence regarding attacks on students and universities serves as encouragement for the continuation of these crimes,” — Gaza’s Education Ministry
What’s Next
The IDF indicated ongoing operations to eliminate identified terror operatives, while Palestinian authorities continue to call for full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2803 and renewed international monitoring of ceasefire compliance. No specific future dates for negotiations or humanitarian pauses were disclosed.