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Israeli Strike on Gaza School Kills 22, Reports Say

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Israeli Strike on Gaza School Kills 22, Reports Say

At least 22 Palestinians were killed and over 100 wounded on Sunday in a strike on a UN-run school in central Gaza, which was being used as a shelter for displaced people, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. The Israeli military claimed it targeted Hamas “terrorists” operating from Abu Oraiban School in the Nuseirat refugee camp.

Witnesses, said that there were no armed fighters at the site and that children were among the casualties. This incident marks the fifth attack on or near schools in Gaza in the past eight days.

In addition to the school strike, residents reported fresh air and artillery strikes in central Gaza on Monday. Five people were reportedly killed when a house in the Maghazi refugee camp was hit. The Israeli military stated that its aircraft had targeted dozens of “terror targets” across the territory in the past day.

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Negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release between Hamas and Israel are reportedly ongoing. This follows an air strike in the southern al-Mawasi humanitarian area on Saturday, which the health ministry said killed over 90 people. The Israeli military said the strike targeted a compound housing senior Hamas leaders, including Mohammed Deif and Rafa Salama. Salama was confirmed killed, but it is unclear if Deif also died. Hamas stated that Deif is in good health.

The recent conflict began on 7 October when Hamas launched an unprecedented attack on southern Israel, killing around 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages. Since then, more than 38,660 people have been killed in Gaza, according to the health ministry. These figures include both civilians and combatants.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed that Hamas used the school as a “hideout and operational infrastructure” for attacks against Israeli troops. They emphasized that “numerous steps were taken to mitigate the risk of harming civilians,” including using precise munitions and additional intelligence. The IDF accused Hamas of using civilians and civilian structures as “human shields,” a charge that Hamas has denied.

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Gaza’s Hamas-run Civil Defence force initially reported 15 deaths, mostly women and children. The health ministry later updated the death toll to 22. Hamas condemned the strike as an “extension of the genocide” against displaced Palestinians.

The IDF acknowledged carrying out five strikes on or near schools sheltering displaced people since 6 July, targeting Hamas figures and fighters using these sites as bases. Last Tuesday, hospital officials said at least 29 people were killed in an Israeli strike on a camp for displaced people near a school in Khan Younis. Additionally, 20 people were reportedly killed in three earlier strikes on other UN-run and church-run schools.

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Over 60 Injured in Drone Strike on Northern Israel

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Over 60 Injured in Drone Strike on Northern Israel

More than 60 people have been injured following a drone strike in northern Israel’s Binyamina region, according to emergency response organization United Hatzalah. The attack, claimed by Hezbollah, targeted a training camp of the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) Golani Brigade, located between Tel Aviv and Haifa.

The victims, whose conditions range from critical to mild, were evacuated to five regional hospitals via ambulances and helicopters. Israeli media reported that 67 people were injured in total, with four in critical condition and five others seriously wounded.

Hezbollah’s media office said the strike was in retaliation for Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon and Beirut earlier this week. The group used a “swarm of drones” in the attack, and reports suggest the low-level drones launched from Lebanon did not trigger Israel’s early warning alarms.

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Footage showed wounded individuals being rushed into emergency vehicles, including helicopters, as medical teams worked swiftly to provide care. The injured were taken to hospitals in Hadera, Tel Hashomer, Haifa, Afula, and Netanya, where medical teams are working to stabilize those in critical condition.

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Officials Urge Caution in Aftermath of Hurricane Milton: ‘Don’t Go Sightseeing’

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Officials Urge Caution in Aftermath of Hurricane Milton: 'Don't Go Sightseeing'

Although Hurricane Milton has passed, officials are warning residents across Florida to remain cautious as the storm’s lingering effects, including severe flooding, continue to pose risks. In Hillsborough County, where Tampa is located, rescue teams have been hard at work after the river overflowed, causing over 6 feet (1.8 meters) of flooding. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, traveling by boat, has been ensuring the safety of residents in the flood-affected areas.

While multiple Florida ports have reopened, including Key West, Port Everglades, and Miami, several remain closed, such as those in St. Petersburg, Fort Myers, and Jacksonville. Georgia and South Carolina have also seen some port reopenings, but many areas still face closures and flooding risks.

President Biden provided an update on the storm’s damage, estimating the total cost to be around $50 billion. He emphasized that more financial aid would be necessary and called on Congress to approve additional funds as the true extent of the damage is assessed.

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Officials are also urging people to stay off the roads and avoid “sightseeing” in affected areas to prevent further accidents or fatalities. “We’re going to need a lot of help,” Biden said, stressing the long recovery ahead after Milton and Hurricane Helene, which struck the region just weeks earlier.

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Florida Reels as Hurricane Milton Leaves Six Dead and Destruction in its Wake

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Florida Reels as Hurricane Milton Leaves Six Dead and Destruction in its Wake

At least six people have died after Hurricane Milton tore through Florida, leaving behind a trail of destruction. As emergency responders navigate floodwaters and clear debris from fallen trees and power lines, the full extent of the storm’s toll remains unclear.

In St. Lucie County, four people lost their lives after multiple tornadoes struck the region. In central Florida’s St. Petersburg, police chief Anthony Halloway confirmed two more deaths.

President Joe Biden addressed the nation, acknowledging the uncertain scope of the damage and the dangers that remain. He emphasized that while the storm has passed, the aftermath can often bring additional fatalities. “There’s still very dangerous conditions in the state,” Biden warned.

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He also stressed the need for substantial financial aid to support the state’s recovery. Biden called on Congress, currently in recess, to return and address the urgent emergency funding needs, underscoring that Florida’s recovery will be a “long haul” requiring billions of dollars in aid.

The president assured that immediate relief efforts are underway, ensuring that residents affected by the storm receive the support they need.

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