Israeli airstrike on school shelter in Gaza kills at least ten displaced people
An Israeli airstrike hit a school housing displaced Palestinians on Monday evening, April 6, with reports finalized on April 7. Local health officials confirmed at least 10 people were killed and several dozen wounded in the attack. The strike occurred despite a fragile ceasefire framework being discussed. Survivors from the school facility, which housed hundreds of families, were forced to flee to other overpopulated sites, marking a significant incremental displacement event in the central Gaza sector.
Date: April 6, 2026
Location: Palestine
Conflict: Israel-Hamas War
Category: airstrike
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 10
Displaced: 500
Source: FDD