Gaza Conflict Escalates: Israeli Fire Kills 17, Soldier Injured in Militant Attack

• Israeli fire killed at least 17 Palestinians, mostly women and children, in Gaza, according to hospital officials.
• An Israeli soldier was injured by militant gunfire, which Israel cited as a violation of the ceasefire.
• Over 530 Palestinians have died from Israeli fire since the October 10, 2025 ceasefire, raising concerns about its effectiveness.
• Attacks included a strike on a building in Tuffah neighborhood, killing 11 from one family, and a tent in Khan Younis, killing three.
• Dr. Mohamed Abu Selmiya of Shifa Hospital questioned the ceasefire's existence, stating the 'genocidal war' continues.