An Israeli strike on a school in central Gaza killed at least 33 people, including 12 women and children.Israeli officials reported Hamas militants were operating from within the school, which served as a shelter for many displaced Palestinians. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated it took “many measures” to minimize the danger to civilians. However, the majority of those killed in the strike were women and children.Matthew Miller, a State Department Spokesperson, told reporters Thursday, “They said to us we would release the names of those 20-30 militants, we said we think that’s appropriate for you to do it. There ought to be full transparency as we have called for in other cases.”The United Nations-run school reported more than 6,000 people were sheltering inside before the attack.This incident marked the latest instance of mass civilian casualties among Palestinians. Israel’s offensive is expanding a new assault into central Gaza in pursuit of Hamas militants.The United States is still urging Israel and Hamas to reach a cease-fire and hostage-release deal. This deal was outlined by President Joe Biden last week.Hamas is demanding a full withdrawal of Israeli troops, and Israel maintains that it won’t end the war without destroying Hamas.

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