Overnight Israeli strike kills 19 in Gaza with dozens injured

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An overnight Israeli air strike in the northern Gaza town of Beit Lahia has killed at least 19 people, including nine children, according to medical officials and the Hamas-run Civil Defence agency which revealed that the strike targeted a three-story home near Kamal Adwan hospital, leaving dozens trapped under rubble.

Civil Defence spokesperson, Mahmoud Bassal, told reporters that several missiles struck the house, where multiple families were residing.Ñ, adding that rescue efforts were ongoing as authorities worked to recover survivors and bodies from the debris.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed conducting a strike in the vicinity, stating it targeted a Hamas terrorist , however, the IDF disputed the reported death toll, saying it did not align with their initial assessments and that the incident was under review.

This attack comes amid a larger Israeli ground and air campaign in northern Gaza, launched in October to prevent Hamas from regrouping.

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