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Israeli Military Kills Three Palestinian Men in Gaza, Health Officials Say
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on March 28, 2026
2 min readLast updated: March 28, 2026
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Three Palestinian men were killed in two separate air strikes in Gaza on March 28, despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire in place since November. The death toll in Gaza continues to rise, with broader estimates suggesting significantly higher casualty figures since the war began in October 2023.
Israeli Military Kills Three Palestinians in Air Strikes Amid Gaza Ceasefire
Latest Developments in Gaza Amid Ongoing Ceasefire
Details of the Air Strikes
March 28 (Reuters) - The Israeli military killed three Palestinian men in Gaza on Saturday in two separate air strikes, local health officials and medics said, the latest round of deadly violence despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that is now more than five months old.
Palestinian health officials said one man was killed in an air strike on a car in the Khan Younis area in southern Gaza, while medics said two adult brothers were killed in Shujiaya, a neighbourhood east of Gaza City.
The Israeli military did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the two air strikes.
Casualties and Ongoing Violence
The military has killed more than 680 Palestinians in Gaza since a ceasefire with Hamas came into effect in November, local health officials say. More than 72,000 have been killed since the war started in October 2023.
Israel is now also waging a war alongside the U.S. against Iran, and is carrying out a new campaign against Hezbollah where Israeli forces have invaded southern Lebanon.
Reactions and Conflicting Reports
The Hamas-affiliated Shehab News Agency said the brothers were killed in an air strike by the Israeli military after an Israeli-backed Palestinian militia in Gaza had tried to abduct them.
Neither Hamas nor any other militant group has identified the brothers as members.
Witnesses told Reuters the two brothers, armed with guns, clashed with the militia and that they were later targeted by drones. The witnesses also reported Israeli tanks opening fire.
Continued Violence Despite Ceasefire
Violence in Gaza has persisted despite the ceasefire and amid Israel's war with Iran. Health officials in the territory say at least 40 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces since the Iran conflict began a month ago.
Reporting and Editorial Credits
(Reporting by Nidal al Mughrabi; Writing by Alexander Cornwell; Editing by Jan Harvey)
Key Takeaways
- •The strikes occurred in Khan Younis and Shujaiya amid persistent ceasefire violations, highlighting ongoing volatility despite the truce.
- •Official Gaza health ministry figures report over 72,000 killed since October 2023, but independent studies estimate total deaths—including indirect and underreported cases—may exceed 83,000. (en.wikipedia.org)
- •These developments come amid broader regional tensions, including Israel's expanding conflict involving Iran and Hezbollah, complicating prospects for lasting peace.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Israeli military kills three Palestinian men in Gaza, health officials say
1How many Palestinians were killed in the latest Israeli air strikes in Gaza?
Three Palestinian men were killed in two separate Israeli air strikes in Gaza, according to local health officials and medics.
2Where did the Israeli air strikes occur in Gaza?
One air strike targeted a car in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, and another targeted two brothers in Shujiaya, east of Gaza City.
3Has violence continued in Gaza despite the ceasefire?
Yes, violence has persisted in Gaza despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that has been in place for more than five months.
4How many Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire with Hamas?
More than 680 Palestinians have been killed by the Israeli military in Gaza since the ceasefire took effect in November, according to local health officials.
5What other conflicts is Israel currently involved in?
Israel is currently engaged in conflicts against Iran and Hezbollah, with Israeli forces invading southern Lebanon.
