Israeli Troops Open Fire in Gaza; Six Palestinians Reported Killed
URGENT UPDATE: Israeli troops engaged in a shooting incident in northern Gaza on October 12, 2025, after suspects approached IDF soldiers near a boundary established under a ceasefire agreement. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that their troops were compelled to “open fire” when multiple attempts to disperse the suspects failed.
According to the IDF, “Earlier today, several suspects were spotted crossing the yellow line and approaching IDF troops in northern Gaza, a clear violation of the agreement.” The military emphasized that reports of terrorists infiltrating an IDF position are incorrect, urging Gaza residents to adhere to safety instructions and maintain distance from military personnel.
In a troubling development, Gaza’s health authority reported that six Palestinians were killed in two separate incidents involving Israeli fire. The exact circumstances surrounding the casualties remain unclear, intensifying the ongoing conflict in the region.
Brig. Gen. (res.) Amir Avivi, founder of the Israel Defense and Security Forum, stated that Israeli forces had controlled nearly 80% of the Gaza Strip before their recent strategic pullback to the designated “yellow line” on Friday. Avivi noted, “This position helps compel Hamas to agree to the ceasefire.”
The withdrawal allows Israel to maintain control over 53% of Gaza, including key areas like the Philadelphi Corridor and sections of Rafah and Khan Younis. “Israel holds the high ground overlooking the coastal area, allowing the IDF to best protect Israeli towns,” Avivi added.
This incident comes just one day after Hamas released the final 20 living hostages held in Gaza, further complicating the landscape of the ongoing conflict. As violence flares again, military vehicles are gathered near the Israel-Gaza border amid the fragile ceasefire established earlier.
The implications of this incident are significant, as President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan outlines further phases of Israeli withdrawal, aiming to establish a security buffer zone. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are expected.
As tensions rise, the international community watches closely, and the humanitarian impact on civilians in Gaza continues to escalate. The IDF remains on high alert, and the situation is developing rapidly.
Stay tuned for more updates as details unfold.
