Israeli Airstrike Kills Two Civilians in Gaza City
An Israeli airstrike targeted a group of people on Omar Al-Mokhtar road in the heart of Gaza City on July 5, 2026. Palestinian health officials confirmed at least two people were killed and several others wounded. The strike occurred amid a stalemate in indirect ceasefire negotiations involving disarmament and troop withdrawals. The Israeli military, while not commenting on this specific incident, stated it continues to target threats to its soldiers despite the eight-month-old mediated ceasefire.
Date: July 5, 2026
Location: Palestine
Conflict: Israel-Hamas War
Category: airstrike
Severity: MEDIUM
Casualties reported: 2
Source: Al Arabiya