Israeli airstrike kills 8 Palestinians tasked with securing aid trucks in Rafah

Published December 12, 2024 Updated December 12, 2024 09:04am

At least eight Palestinians were killed and dozens wounded in an Israeli airstrike that targeted a group of Palestinians tasked with securing aid trucks into the Gaza Strip, medics said according to Reuters.

Medics said at least 30 people were wounded and with several in critical condition, they feared the death toll may rise.

The strike took place in western area of Rafah City, in the south of the enclave, medics and residents said.

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