Gaza University Strike Kills Three, Injures Eight During Classes
Gaza University: A reported drone strike kills three and injures eight at the Islamic University.
An Israeli drone strike on the Islamic University of Gaza killed three people and injured eight others on Sunday, according to hospital officials and university staff.
The attack struck the university in Gaza City while classes were underway, international media reports said. Two university sources identified the three people killed as administrative staff members. Students were among those injured.
Gaza’s Ministry of Education condemned the strike and warned that international silence over attacks on educational institutions could allow further incidents.
Gaza’s Education System Faces Collapse
The ministry said Gaza’s higher education sector stood on the brink of collapse. It reported that the war had damaged 95% of educational buildings across the territory.
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The ministry described the latest strike as part of a wider pattern of attacks affecting schools and universities. It also said Israeli attacks over the previous six days had killed 10 students and teachers.
The continuing damage has disrupted education for thousands of students. Schools and universities have also suffered extensive destruction, while teachers and other education workers face ongoing risks.
Four More People Reportedly Killed Elsewhere
Separately, Gaza’s Civil Defence agency reported four additional deaths in incidents elsewhere in the territory on Sunday.
The latest casualties add to the toll from the ongoing conflict. Fighting has severely affected civilian infrastructure, educational facilities and essential services across Gaza.
Israeli Military Reviewing Reports
The Israeli military said it was examining reports of the strike on the Islamic University, according to the media account.
Officials had not provided further details about the circumstances of the attack or the military’s assessment at the time of reporting.
The incident has renewed concerns about civilian safety and the protection of educational institutions. Gaza’s education system continues to face severe disruption amid widespread damage caused by the war.
