19 Dead, 25 Injured in Gaza Building Collapse; Saudi Arabia Downs Drone
Summary
At least 19 people were killed and more than 25 injured when a damaged building housing displaced families collapsed in Gaza City. Saudi Arabia said its air defense system shot down a drone heading toward Mecca.
Key Points
- A damaged building in Gaza City collapsed while hosting displaced Palestinian families, killing at least 19 people and injuring more than 25.
- The dead included at least eight children and five women, and the toll may rise as rescue efforts continue.
- Saudi Arabia said its air defense system shot down a drone headed toward the holy city of Mecca.
- The building had been partially damaged in earlier Israeli attacks, and the collapse cause is not yet clear.
