The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted an airstrike in Gaza targeting a Hamas operative located near a university campus. According to military officials, the strike was intended to neutralize a specific terror target; however, the military reported that they attempted to divert the munitions once uninvolved bystanders were identified in the immediate area.

Despite these reported efforts to minimize collateral damage, three people were killed in the incident. As of the latest reports, it remains unconfirmed whether the intended Hamas target was among the fatalities. The military has not provided further details regarding the identity of the deceased or the specific circumstances that led to the strike despite the presence of civilians. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges of military operations in densely populated areas, where the proximity of combatants to non-combatants frequently complicates targeting procedures. The IDF maintains that it operates in accordance with international law, though the outcome of this specific strike has resulted in civilian casualties.