Civilians killed as shelling hits school-turned-shelter in Gaza City
Wedding Gathering Turned Deadly in Gaza City
At least six Palestinians were killed and several others injured after Israeli tank shells struck a school-turned-shelter hosting a wedding in Gaza City’s Tuffah neighbourhood, according to local sources.
The attack reportedly hit the second floor of the shelter while displaced families were gathered for the wedding ceremony. The incident adds to hundreds of alleged ceasefire violations recorded since the US-mediated Gaza truce came into effect in October.
The strike highlights the fragile security situation in the besieged enclave, where civilians remain exposed to violence despite ongoing diplomatic efforts.
US-Led Ceasefire Talks Continue in Miami
The attack occurred as senior US officials held ceasefire discussions in Miami, involving representatives from Qatar, Turkey, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates.
The talks, attended by US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focused on advancing the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire. Proposals under discussion include the formation of a Palestinian technocratic committee, the establishment of a foreign-led “Board of Peace,” and the deployment of an international policing force in Gaza.
Rubio stressed the urgency of completing phase one of the truce to secure sustained donor support for reconstruction and humanitarian assistance.
Continued Israeli Military Operations
Despite ongoing negotiations, Israeli military operations in Gaza have continued almost uninterrupted. Reports indicate that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a closed-door security meeting to assess the second phase of the ceasefire and review potential developments.
Israeli forces also conducted shelling and airstrikes in eastern Khan Younis and southern Gaza City, including areas within the designated “yellow line,” which are meant to be protected under ceasefire terms.
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
The ongoing Israeli blockade continues to restrict humanitarian aid from entering Gaza, leaving civilians increasingly vulnerable. Additional reports said naval fire targeted fishing boats off Gaza’s coast, while artillery shelling in eastern Khan Younis killed at least three more Palestinians, including a woman.
Humanitarian organisations warn that continued military attacks, combined with aid restrictions, are worsening the crisis for displaced families who lack access to food, shelter, and medical care.