Israeli Airstrike on Gaza Apartment Kills at Least 23, Officials Say
An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza apartment building on April 9, 2025, killed at least 23 people, including eight women and eight children. The attack occurred amidst renewed conflict following the collapse of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Published on April 10, 2025
On April 9, 2025, an Israeli airstrike hit a residential building in the Shijaiyah neighborhood of Gaza City, killing at least 23 people, including eight women and eight children, according to Gaza’s health authorities. The rapid attack, claimed by Israel to have targeted a senior Hamas militant, unfolded amidst the renewed violence following the collapse of an eight‐week ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Rescue crews continue to sift through rubble with survivors still being sought amid the chaos. The strike comes at a time when ongoing hostilities have led to significant humanitarian challenges in Gaza, with blockades in force and efforts at aid delivery frequently stymied by military restrictions. Additional supplemental reports from sources such as the Associated Press and Wikipedia have highlighted variations in casualty figures, yet officials maintain that the reported figure remains at least 23 fatalities.