Eleven-year-old girl injured in Gaza shooting incident
January 8, 2026 • Al Jazeera
Incident Report: Israeli Firepower Claims Life of 11-Year-Old Palestinian Girl
A 11-year-old Palestinian girl, Hamsa Hosou, has been confirmed dead in an incident involving Israeli gunfire in northern Gaza, according to her family. The incident occurred despite a ceasefire that has been in effect for nearly three months.
According to reports, more than 400 Palestinians have lost their lives since the truce took place. This brings the total number of fatalities to this point to over 400.
The circumstances surrounding Hosou’s death are currently under investigation. Details regarding the incident are not yet available.
Gaza has been experiencing a prolonged period of conflict, with multiple parties involved in the situation. A ceasefire was declared nearly three months ago, but it appears that Hosou’s death occurred outside of this agreement.
Hosou is among the numerous Palestinian civilians who have lost their lives during this ongoing conflict. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by civilians in Gaza.
The Israeli military has not commented on the incident at this time. An investigation into the circumstances surrounding Hosou’s death is currently underway.
This incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where civilians are often caught in the crossfire between warring parties.
Source: Al Jazeera