Israeli strikes kill at least 16 in Gaza; Hamas weighs Trump's plan
On Oct. 1, 2025, Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip killed at least 16 Palestinians—including people sheltering at Al-Falah school in Gaza City's Zeitoun neighborhood and civilians by a drinking water tank—according to hospital officials. The strikes hit multiple sites (Deir al-Balah, Nuseirat and Bureij refugee camps), and regional mediators (Egypt and Qatar) said President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace proposal requires further negotiation as Hamas studies the plan before issuing a response.
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🔍 Key Facts
- Casualties: At least 16 Palestinians killed on Oct. 1, 2025, per Al-Ahli and other Gaza hospitals.
- Locations hit: Al-Falah school (Zeitoun, Gaza City) struck twice; strikes also reported in Deir al-Balah, Nuseirat and Bureij camps.
- Diplomatic context: Egypt’s FM Bader Abdelatty and Qatar signaled concerns; Hamas said it will study Trump’s peace plan before responding.