An Israeli airstrike in the central Gaza Strip killed four members of the same family early Wednesday, according to the Wafa news agency. The attack targeted a house in Deir al-Balah, resulting in the deaths of 33-year-old Omar Sami Ahmed Abu Qasem, his wife Asma Ghazi Abu Qasem, their daughter Habiba Omar Sami Abu Qasem, and another person whose identity has not yet been confirmed.

The Gaza Health Ministry reported that since Israeli attacks began in October 2023, more than 73,000 people have been killed and over 173,000 injured in Gaza. Thousands more are feared to be trapped under the rubble as bombardments continue across the enclave.

The latest strike adds to the mounting civilian toll in Gaza, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis amid continued Israeli military operations.