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Israel Dropped 153 Tons Of Bombs On Gaza, Netanyahu Says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told parliament on Monday that the Israeli military dropped around 153 tons of bombs on the Gaza Strip on Sunday. He said the strikes were carried out in response to the deaths of two Israeli soldiers.
Reason For The Strikes
Netanyahu said the bombing was a reaction to Hamas shelling that killed two soldiers. Hamas, however, denied responsibility. The Prime Minister described the operation as a breach of the cease-fire but insisted it was necessary to retaliate.
Casualties Reported
According to the Gaza Health Ministry, which is run by Hamas, 26 Palestinians were killed, including a woman and a child. Israeli authorities confirmed the death of two of their soldiers during the incident.
Aid And Cease-Fire Concerns
Aid deliveries to Gaza were temporarily halted following the bombings, though reports suggest they are expected to resume soon. Observers noted that the attacks mark a serious test for the fragile truce brokered by the United States.
Fact Check Note
The claim of 153 tons of bombs comes directly from Netanyahu’s statement. Independent verification of this specific figure is not available. Historical data confirms that Israel has used heavy aerial bombardments in Gaza since the conflict escalated in October 2023, but the exact tonnage for this attack remains unverified.
