IDF disputes Sky News investigation into death of five-year-old girl Lead world news presenter Yalda Hakim has put questions to IDF spokesperson Peter Lerner over the findings of a Sky News investigation into the killing of five-year-old Hind Rajab.

On 29 January, her family's car was attacked, killing the adults inside as they tried to escape Gaza City.

Hind Rajab, was a five-year-old Palestinian girl, was killed by Israeli artillery strike in the Gaza Strip during an Israeli invasion. Six of her family members and two paramedics who attempted to rescue her also died.

Incident Details:

• Rajab and her family were fleeing Gaza City when their vehicle was shelled by Israeli forces. The attack killed Rajab's uncle, aunt, and three cousins. Only Rajab and another cousin survived initially. Her cousin contacted the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) for help, but was later killed, leaving Rajab stranded in the vehicle for hours.

• PRCS paramedics attempted to rescue Rajab but were killed during their attempt. Rajab and the paramedics were found dead on 10 February after an Israeli withdrawal. Israel’s Response:

• Israel denied responsibility, claiming no troops were present in the neighborhood and denying any attack.

• Investigations using satellite imagery and visual evidence showed Israeli tanks were present and likely fired on the vehicle with civilians visible inside.

• Forensic Architecture's investigation concluded that an Israeli tank likely fired 335 rounds at the vehicle and also targeted the ambulance coming to rescue Rajab.

Media and Public Reaction:

• Western media faced criticism for not properly attributing responsibility for Rajab's death and for portraying her in an adultified manner.
• American student protestors renamed buildings in honor of Rajab, bringing more attention to the incident.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Hind_Rajab