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25 August 2026

Seven killed in Gaza as Israeli strike ‘destroys’ aid supply warehouse

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Seven killed in Gaza as Israeli strike ‘destroys’ aid supply warehouse

Health Ministry warns of 'complete collapse of the basic necessities of life' in Gaza as Israel's attacks continue.

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