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STANDARD HUMANITARIAN UNVERIFIED

Israeli Forces Kill Palestinian Child in Central Gaza

Jul 09, 2026 08:15 PM CT Deir al-Balah, Gaza Strip Gaza, civilian casualties, IDF operations, humanitarian crisis

Summary

Israeli troops killed a Palestinian child, identified as Muhammad Abu Khamash, east of Deir al-Balah in central Gaza. This incident contributes to the ongoing humanitarian crisis and civilian casualty count in the Gaza theater, reflecting the intensity of IDF operations in the region.

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Israeli forces shoot dead Palestinian child in central Gaza Israeli troops shot and killed a child east of Deir al-Balah, located in the central Gaza Strip.  According to local reports, the victim was identified as Muhammad Abu Khamash. 

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Israel NEUTRAL

Israeli troops conducted operations resulting in the death of a Palestinian child in central Gaza.

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