Israeli strikes in Gaza kill three in operation to seize Hamas figure: officials

Israeli forces conducted a ground operation in Gaza City on Tuesday aimed at detaining a Hamas figure. The operation was discovered during the mission, leading to a series of Israeli airstrikes intended to provide cover for the withdrawing troops. Palestinian health officials report that the bombardment resulted in at least three deaths, with some accounts noting the inclusion of children among the casualties.

While both sides acknowledged the nature of the operation, reports vary on the total death toll and the specific status of the target. Gaza government media offices and local health officials indicated that the strikes caused multiple casualties, while eyewitnesses reported approximately a dozen strikes occurring throughout the day.