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Israeli strike kills five in Gaza, health officials say

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review

Posted on October 3, 2026

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· Last updated: October 3, 2026

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Israeli Airstrike in Gaza City Leaves Five Palestinians Dead, Officials Report

Details and Context of the Gaza City Airstrike

Casualties and Immediate Aftermath

CAIRO, Oct 3 (Reuters) - An Israeli airstrike killed at least five Palestinians in an apartment building in Gaza City early on Saturday, health and civil defense service officials said.

There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military.

Ceasefire and Ongoing Negotiations

US-Brokered Ceasefire Efforts

The US brokered a ceasefire in the territory last year but negotiators have not agreed on terms for Hamas to disarm and for Israel to withdraw its troops.

Israeli Military Actions and Accusations

Israel, which says Hamas has been rearming and launching attacks in violation of an October ceasefire, has stepped up strikes on the group in recent weeks.

Hamas Response and Accusations

Hamas has denied trying to carry out attacks or rebuild its arsenal and accuses Israel of undermining the Gaza peace deal.

Casualty Figures Since Ceasefire

Palestinian and Israeli Death Toll

Gaza health officials have said at least 1,400 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli fire since last October's ceasefire. Israel says four of its soldiers have been killed by militants in Gaza over the same period.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Nidal Al Mughrabi; Editing by Edmund Klamann)

Key Takeaways

  • At least five Palestinians killed in Gaza City strike on October 3, 2026, per Gaza health officials and Reuters reporting (internazionale.it).
  • Since the ceasefire began in October 2025, Gaza’s Ministry of Health reports around 1,358 Palestinians killed and thousands injured despite the truce (reutersconnect.com).
  • Israel accuses Hamas of rearming and violating the ceasefire, while Hamas counters it is Israel’s continued strikes that are undermining peace efforts (internazionale.it)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Palestinians were killed in the recent Israeli airstrike on Gaza?
At least five Palestinians were killed in an Israeli airstrike on an apartment building in Gaza City.
What is the status of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas?
Negotiators have not agreed on terms for Hamas to disarm and for Israel to withdraw its troops, keeping the ceasefire fragile.
How many Palestinians have died since last October's ceasefire?
Gaza health officials report at least 1,400 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli fire since last October.
Has Hamas responded to accusations about rebuilding its arsenal?
Hamas has denied trying to carry out attacks or rebuild its arsenal, accusing Israel of undermining the peace deal.
How many Israeli soldiers have been killed in Gaza since last October?
Israel says four of its soldiers have been killed by militants in Gaza over the same period.

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