A 9-year-old girl, Ritaj Rihan, was killed after being shot by Israeli occupation forces while she was inside her classroom at a school in northern Gaza.


According to local sources, the child was attending class during school hours when she was struck by gunfire, resulting in her death.


The incident comes amid ongoing escalation in the Gaza Strip, where civilians, including children, continue to face significant risks.


Schools are considered protected spaces that should provide safety for students. However, incidents involving harm to civilians inside educational facilities have raised increasing concerns about the level of protection available.


This case highlights the difficult conditions faced by children in Gaza, as security risks persist even within institutions meant to provide education and safety.