Israel’s military said on Tuesday it opened fire in northern Gaza after “suspects” approached its forces, describing the move as an effort to “remove a threat.” Gaza’s health authorities reported that at least six Palestinians were killed in two separate incidents across the enclave. According to the Israeli military, the individuals had crossed into an area designated for Israel’s initial troop withdrawal under the US-brokered ceasefire — a move it said violated the terms of the agreement. “Earlier today (Tuesday), several suspects were identified crossing the yellow line and approaching IDF troops operating in the northern Gaza Strip, which constitutes a violation of the agreement,” the military said in a statement posted on X. “Attempts were made to distance the suspects. The suspects did not comply and continued approaching the troops, who opened fire to remove the threat.” The Israeli military further called on Gaza residents to adhere to instructions and avoid approaching deployed troops in the area. ⭕️ Earlier today, several suspects were spotted crossing the yellow line and approaching IDF troops in northern Gaza, a clear violation of the agreement.After multiple attempts to distance them, the suspects refused to comply, prompting troops to open fire to remove the threat.…— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) October 14, 2025 The latest violence came a day after Hamas released the last living Israeli captives from Gaza and Israel freed hundreds of Palestinian detainees as part of the ceasefire deal. US President Donald Trump hailed the exchanges as marking the end of the two-year-long war that has reshaped the Middle East.
