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1. ‘Lessons learnt’: Israel accepts it harmed civilians at Gaza aid sites
The Israeli military has acknowledged that Palestinian civilians were harmed at aid distribution centers in Gaza, marking a rare admission amid escalating scrutiny. Over 400 civilians have died while seeking aid since limited UN deliveries resumed on May 19. Following internal reviews, Israel stated that new instructions have been issued to prevent further harm. Simultaneously, Gaza witnessed one of its deadliest nights of bombardment, with at least 38 Palestinians killed, including children and sheltering civilians. The violence intensified even as Israeli officials prepared for ceasefire discussions in Washington. Despite the diplomatic overture, Gaza residents reported heavy shelling, suggesting a disconnect between on-ground operations and diplomatic gestures. Israel maintains that it targets militant infrastructure while attempting to mitigate civilian casualties. The incident adds urgency to ceasefire efforts and
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