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Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza Kill Journalists and Infants as Humanitarian Crisis Deepens

Five journalists were killed in a targeted strike, while three infants died from hypothermia in freezing conditions amid widespread displacement.

  • An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed five journalists from Al-Quds Today channel, targeting their clearly marked press vehicle near al-Awda Hospital.
  • Israel's military claimed the strike was aimed at Islamic Jihad members and stated measures were taken to minimize civilian harm, though the attack has drawn significant criticism.
  • Three infants, including a three-week-old baby, died from hypothermia in makeshift shelters as temperatures dropped to 9°C, highlighting the dire conditions for displaced families in Gaza.
  • The ongoing conflict in Gaza has resulted in over 45,000 Palestinian deaths, primarily women and children, and displaced 90% of the population, according to local health authorities.
  • The Committee to Protect Journalists reports at least 141 journalists have been killed since the escalation began in October 2023, underscoring the risks faced by media workers in war zones.
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