The IDF says that today’s deadly strike near a water distribution site in central Gaza was the result of a “technical malfunction” during the targeting of an operative from the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terror group.
“Earlier today a strike was carried out targeting a terrorist operative from the Islamic Jihad organization in the central Gaza Strip. Due to a technical malfunction in the munition, it struck dozens of meters away from the intended target,” the IDF says.
“The incident is under investigation. We are aware of reports of casualties in the area as a result, and the details of the incident are still being reviewed,” the military says.
The IDF says it is operating against terror groups in Gaza “and makes every effort to minimize harm to uninvolved civilians.”
“The IDF regrets any harm caused to noncombatants,” the statement concludes.
At least 10 people were reported killed in the strike, many of them children.
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