Israel has confirmed its forces opened fire on a car carrying young Hind Rajab in Gaza and has announced a criminal investigation into her killing, according to the BBC and Al Jazeera.
Key facts
- The Israeli military confirmed it opened fire on the vehicle carrying Hind Rajab in Gaza, according to the BBC.
- The Israeli military has announced a criminal investigation into her killing, according to Al Jazeera.
- Hind Rajab initially survived the attack but her body was recovered days later in Gaza City in 2024, the BBC reported.
- Al Jazeera described the case as a symbol of Gaza's suffering.
- Reports vary on her age, with outlets describing her as both five and six years old.
The Israeli military has confirmed that it opened fire on a vehicle carrying Hind Rajab in Gaza, according to the BBC, and has ordered a criminal investigation into her killing.
The BBC reported that Hind Rajab initially survived the attack but that her body was recovered days later in Gaza City in 2024.
Al Jazeera reported that the Israeli military announced criminal investigations into the killing, describing the case as one that shook the world.
Al Jazeera also reported the admission that Israeli forces fired on the car, referring to Hind Rajab as a symbol of Gaza’s suffering.
The announcement of the inquiry marks an official acknowledgement by the Israeli military of its role in the incident, as reported across the BBC and Al Jazeera.
There is some variation in how outlets have described the child’s age, with reports referring to both five-year-old and six-year-old Hind Rajab.
Why it matters
Al Jazeera has described the case as a symbol of Gaza's suffering. The Israeli military's confirmation that it fired on the vehicle, together with the announcement of a criminal investigation, marks an official acknowledgement of its involvement in the incident.
Frequently asked questions
What did the Israeli military admit?
According to the BBC and Al Jazeera, the Israeli military confirmed that it opened fire on the vehicle carrying Hind Rajab in Gaza.
Is there an investigation into the killing?
Yes. Al Jazeera reported that the Israeli military announced a criminal investigation into the killing.
When was Hind Rajab's body recovered?
The BBC reported that she initially survived the attack but her body was recovered days later in Gaza City in 2024.