Six Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza

Israeli attacks killed six Palestinians and injured around 20 others across the Gaza Strip on Friday, according to medical sources and witnesses.

In Deir al-Balah, a double-tap strike hit civilians who were helping victims of an earlier attack, witnesses said.

Israeli artillery shelled the area around the al-Qastal Towers residential complex, east of the city, Palestinian news agency Wafa reported. Those wounded were taken to al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah.

Israeli artillery also shelled eastern areas of Gaza City, Wafa added.

Since the ceasefire took effect on 11 October 2025, Israeli attacks have killed 1,622 Palestinians and injured 5,878 others, according to Gaza's health ministry.