IDF Drone Strikes Across Gaza Kill at Least 9 People

IDF drone strikes across Gaza on April 2, 2026 killed at least 9 people according to Palestinian media. A strike in the Mawasi area of southern Gaza killed 4 people, with the IDF describing targets as Hamas operatives. Separate strikes in the Jabalia camp in northern Gaza killed 3 people. A further strike near Khan Younis killed 2. The IDF described all targets as Hamas operatives planning attacks on Israeli forces. Palestinian civil defense and health officials confirmed casualties. Accumulated ceasefire-era toll now stood at approximately 713 Palestinians killed since October 10, 2025.