Israel Says Hamas Spreading ‘False Information' About Gaza Shootings
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has accused Hamas of spreading 'false information' after the Gaza health ministry, which is controlled by the terrorist group, claimed that 27 civilians were shot dead by Israeli troops on Tuesday as they headed toward an aid distribution site.
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Mother, 2 kids speak out after son in wheelchair aids in Boulder attack aftermath
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Israeli farmers revive tequila project cut short by Oct 7 attack
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