The Israeli Army stated that its airstrike targeted a Hamas command center hidden within the Al-Taba’een school, which was being used as a shelter in Gaza. The strike resulted in over 100 Palestinian deaths and numerous injuries, according to the official Palestinian news agency. The Israeli Army claimed that the facility was a key operational base for Hamas terrorists and commanders.
The Hamas-run Gaza government media office reported that the attack occurred while displaced individuals were performing dawn prayers, which contributed to the high casualty count. The Israeli Army emphasized that they took extensive measures to minimize civilian harm, including using precise munitions and relying on aerial surveillance and intelligence.
