Israeli Strikes Kill Seven Palestinians in Gaza Strip

Israeli military strikes killed at least seven Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, October 21, 2026. The casualties included a 17-year-old and a married couple.

According to the Gaza Strip Health Ministry, the total death toll from Israeli military operations since October 7, 2023, has risen to 74,494, with 175,604 injuries reported. These figures include 1,534 deaths and 5,486 injuries that occurred after a ceasefire took effect in October 2025.

Local residents report that shelling and assassinations continue despite the formal ceasefire agreement. The Gaza Strip Health Ministry further noted that 841 bodies have been recovered from rubble during the ceasefire period.