Israeli Shelling Kills at Least 70 at Ramses School in Rafah
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Israeli Shelling Kills at Least 70 at Ramses School in Rafah

04 April, 2026.Gaza Genocide.7 sources

Key Takeaways

  • Israeli airstrikes across Gaza caused casualties and destruction.
  • Two Palestinians injured by Israeli naval fire targeting displaced tents in Mawasi, Khan Younis.
  • Rafah remains a focal hotspot with intensified strikes threatening civilians.

Rafah School Bombed

Palestinian Health Ministry confirmed at least 70 people killed, including children.

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The UN and international human rights groups condemned the strike as a potential war crime.

Some Western outlets offered limited coverage, focusing on Israel's stated military objectives.

Continued Bombing and Ground Advance

The Israeli military pushed into Rafah for the first time since the ceasefire.

The Health Ministry reported Israeli violations have killed at least 713 Palestinians since October 11.

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The 45-day period of relative calm had ended with an escalation that left Gaza more vulnerable.

Israel Denies Targeting Civilian Sites

The military asserted it was operating to avoid civilian casualties.

This contradiction highlighted the credibility gap between Israeli statements and on-the-ground realities.

Humanitarian Crisis Deepens

Gaza's 2.4 million residents remain confined in a small area.

Over 1.9 million displaced people live in tents or five open-air shelters.

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Israel has failed to meet commitments to bring in adequate humanitarian aid.

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