AP Top NewsGeneral NewsHostage situationsIsrael governmentIsrael-Hamas warPalestinian territories governmentWar and unrestWorld News Israeli military says it mistakenly killed 3 Israeli hostages in battle-torn part of Gaza by Madison Thomas December 16, 2023 written by Madison Thomas December 16, 2023 5 comments Bookmark 30 Israeli forces unintentionally killed three of their own hostages during intense combat in a district of Gaza City on Friday. Concurrently, an Israeli attack in the southern part of the besieged area resulted in the death of a Palestinian journalist, highlighting the severity of Israel’s current military action. As the U.S. envoy was engaging with Israeli officials to encourage a reduction Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Gaza ConflictWhat happened with the Israeli hostages in Gaza City?How did the Palestinian journalist die in southern Gaza?What has been the impact of the ongoing conflict in Gaza?What is the status of the hostages abducted by Hamas?How has the international community responded to the conflict?More about Gaza Conflict Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Gaza Conflict What happened with the Israeli hostages in Gaza City? Israeli troops mistakenly shot three hostages to death in the Shijaiyah area of Gaza City. They were engaged in intense fighting with Hamas militants and misidentified the hostages as threats. How did the Palestinian journalist die in southern Gaza? An Israeli strike killed a Palestinian journalist in Khan Younis, southern Gaza. Cameraman Samer Abu Daqqa was reporting at a school when struck by a drone, leading to his death hours later. What has been the impact of the ongoing conflict in Gaza? The conflict has led to the displacement of 80% of Gaza’s 2.3 million population, with over 18,700 Palestinians killed. It has also triggered a humanitarian crisis and widespread destruction. What is the status of the hostages abducted by Hamas? More than 240 people were abducted by Hamas in an October attack. While some have been released in swaps, over 130 are believed to still be in captivity. The plight of the hostages has been a significant concern in Israel. How has the international community responded to the conflict? The U.N. and other international bodies have expressed concern over civilian casualties and the targeting of journalists. Discussions about Gaza’s future and calls for a ceasefire are ongoing among global leaders. 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Then it became tangled up in US border security Israeli Military Intensifies Isolation of Gaza’s North, Death Toll in Palestine Exceeds 10,000 AP Top NewsGaza CityGeneral NewsHamas MilitantsHostage situationsIsrael governmentIsrael-Hamas warIsraeli militaryPalestinian territories governmentWar and unrest Share 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail Madison Thomas Follow Author Madison Thomas is a food journalist who covers the latest news and trends in the world of cuisine. She enjoys exploring new recipes and culinary trends, and she is always on the lookout for new and exciting flavors to try. previous post Women and children first? Experts say that in most crises, it’s more like everyone for themselves next post Communications blackout and spiraling hunger compound misery in Gaza Strip as war enters 11th week You may also like Bookmark A woman who burned Wyoming’s only full-service abortion... December 28, 2023 Bookmark Argument over Christmas gifts turns deadly as 14-year-old... 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Reply Alex_91 December 17, 2023 - 6:15 am gaza’s situation sounds dire… where’s the international help? can’t believe the world is just watching this unfold. Reply Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ