An Israeli airstrike on Sunday (September 13, 2026) killed at least two Palestinians in a vehicle and wounded 13 others in the Gaza Strip, according to medical staff. The strike in the Tel Al-Hawa neighbourhood of western Gaza City left the vehicle mangled, as shown in footage circulated on social media. Local medical personnel urged the public to provide information that could help identify the deceased, whose bodies were dismembered by the explosion.

The Israeli military stated that the strike targeted two Hamas militants, without providing further details. The attack occurred amid ongoing Israeli operations in the war-torn territory, despite a U.S.-backed ceasefire that halted large-scale fighting in Gaza in October 2025. However, the ceasefire has not prevented Israeli strikes, and there has been little progress toward a permanent peace agreement. Hamas has accused Israel of violating the ceasefire and undermining U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to end the Gaza conflict, which includes an Israeli withdrawal and Hamas disarmament. Israel, in turn, claims Hamas has been violating the agreement.

Health officials in Gaza reported that more than 1,300 Palestinians, mostly civilians, have been killed in Israeli attacks since the ceasefire took effect. The Israeli military has not released figures on Palestinian casualties but stated that four of its soldiers have been killed. Hamas does not typically disclose information about fatalities among its fighters. Al Jazeera reported that footage verified by the network showed the targeted vehicle gutted, with its roof and doors torn away. The strike is part of a series of near-daily Israeli attacks on Gaza since the ceasefire agreement.

Hamas has accused Israel of violating the ceasefire and obstructing Trump’s plan to end the conflict. During a visit to Ireland on Saturday, Trump defended his administration’s record on Gaza, stating, “We put out the fire, and we got all the hostages back. There’s very little happening right now in Gaza.” He added, “If you look at Gaza, there’s a lot of good relationships taking place right now. It’s been quite amazing. I think we’ve done a great job.”

Israel’s military has not issued a formal response to the allegations of ceasefire violations. The Israeli government has not provided a detailed account of the strike or its justification. The situation remains unclear regarding the exact number of casualties and the full context of the strike. Health authorities in Gaza continue to report rising civilian casualties, while the Israeli military has not released comprehensive data on the impact of its operations. The lack of transparency and the ongoing conflict have left many questions unanswered, with no clear resolution in sight.