Deadly Airstrike Hits Gaza City
An Israeli airstrike on a residential apartment in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City on Monday evening, February 9, 2026, has led to the deaths of four Palestinians. Medical sources confirmed the rising death toll, with several injured individuals transported to Al-Shifa Hospital for treatment. The strike also caused damage to nearby tents housing displaced families.
Incident Details and Casualties
The targeted apartment was located in the Al-Nasr neighborhood, also referred to as Al-Nasr Street, in the western part of Gaza City. Reports indicate that the fatalities include a child and a woman. Eyewitnesses described a loud explosion following the strike, which was heard across significant portions of the city. Rescue teams worked to search for survivors amidst the damage.
Official Statements and Context
The Israeli army did not immediately issue an official comment on the strike. However, Israel's public radio reported that a deputy company commander of Hamas was killed in the incident. Other Israeli military statements indicated the airstrike was a targeted response to ongoing rocket fire from Gaza into southern Israel or in response to Israeli troops coming under fire in Rafah, which was deemed a violation of the ceasefire.
In response, Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem accused Israel of escalating its violations of the existing ceasefire agreement by targeting civilian homes under what he described as 'false pretexts.' Qassem called for international parties to take a clear stance to compel Israel to halt its violations. The incident occurs within the context of a ceasefire agreement that has been in effect since October 10, 2025, or October 2023, during which the Gaza Health Ministry reports that 581 Palestinians have been killed and over 1,550 others wounded by Israeli fire. The total death toll from Israeli aggression in the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023, stands at 72,032 martyrs and 171,661 wounded.
6 Comments
BuggaBoom
Another ceasefire violated. The world stands by and does nothing.
Loubianka
While Israel cites self-defense and response to provocations, the international community must address the humanitarian crisis caused by such strikes and push for accountability for all actions that harm civilians.
Katchuka
If they're targeting commanders, that's a legitimate military operation.
KittyKat
Israel has every right to defend its citizens from rocket fire.
Noir Black
Killing a child and a woman in their home is a war crime!
Eugene Alta
The sheer number of casualties is horrifying. When will this stop?