Israeli Airstrike Kills Family of Five in Northwest Gaza City
An Israeli airstrike hit a residential apartment in northwest Gaza City late on July 18-19, 2026, killing five family members, including three children and their parents. Local health officials reported that only one child survived because they were not home during the attack. The Israeli military stated the strike targeted a Hamas operative. The incident occurred amid an escalation in bombardments despite a standing ceasefire agreement originally signed in October 2025.
Casualties reported: 11
Displaced: 30