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strikeAug 24, 2026

Israel accused of using kites as pretext to justify escalating Gaza attacks

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Israel has threatened Palestinian groups against launching 'kites, drones, and balloons' from the war-torn enclave.

Source: Al Jazeera — Read the full report

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