World · 19 August 2026

Israel to investigate killing of five-year-old Gaza girl

The Israeli army has launched a criminal investigation into the death of five-year-old Hind Rajab, who was killed in Gaza in January. Her family's vehicle came under Israeli fire, and she was later found dead along with relatives and two paramedics. The Israel Defense Forces stated that the investigation concerns "alleged failures in the coordination" of the ambulance attempting to reach her.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 August 2026 at 14:16

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