Israel Military to Investigate Report of 3-Year-Old's Death in Gaza
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The Israeli military has announced it will investigate reports that its troops killed a three-year-old child in southern Gaza. The incident was reported by Palestinian sources but has not been independently verified.
In a statement, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said it was "unaware of such a strike" in the area. However, it confirmed that a formal review of the allegation is now underway.
The child's reported death occurred amid ongoing military operations in the Rafah region. The IDF stated its policy is to follow international law and examine exceptional incidents during combat.
No further details about the investigation's timeline or the specific circumstances were immediately provided.