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Israeli military admits for first time to firing on car carrying 5-year-old Hind Rajab as it opens criminal probe
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· August 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The Israeli military has acknowledged firing on the vehicle carrying her, a fact they previously denied. A criminal investigation has been opened into the killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab.
A criminal investigation has been opened into the killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab. The Israeli military has acknowledged firing on the vehicle carrying her, a fact they previously denied. Rajab was traveling with six family members in a vehicle when they came under fire. She survived the initial attack and made pleas for rescue.
The Israel Defense Forces initially claimed they were not present near the vehicle, but have now admitted involvement. A preliminary investigation had found no evidence of their presence, but this new admission marks a shift in their account.
Further details on the incident and investigation are available from the source.
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Category: safety Published: August 19, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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