Israeli forces kill two UN-contracted water delivery workers in northern Gaza
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-18 18:46 UTC
- Sources: Times of Israel
Two contractors delivering water in northern Gaza were killed by Israeli forces, according to the UN. The Israeli military said troops opened fire because the individuals approached the ceasefire line and were identified as 'armed terrorists.' Two additional people were separately killed after crossing what Israel calls the Yellow Line in the area.
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