• The names of Palestinian children killed during the latest conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants have been inscribed in the sand of Gaza Beach. AFP
    The names of Palestinian children killed during the latest conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants have been inscribed in the sand of Gaza Beach. AFP
  • Palestinian children carrying national flags, as well as other Palestinians, gathered during the commemorative event. EPA
    Palestinian children carrying national flags, as well as other Palestinians, gathered during the commemorative event. EPA
  • An Egypt-brokered ceasefire reached late on August 7 ended the intense fighting that killed dozens of people. EPA
    An Egypt-brokered ceasefire reached late on August 7 ended the intense fighting that killed dozens of people. EPA
  • The fatalities included 17 children, while many others were wounded, Gaza's health ministry said. AFP
    The fatalities included 17 children, while many others were wounded, Gaza's health ministry said. AFP
  • The ceasefire came into effect after three days of rocket attacks and airstrikes. AFP
    The ceasefire came into effect after three days of rocket attacks and airstrikes. AFP
  • At least 44 Palestinians were killed and 360 were injured, according to reports. EPA
    At least 44 Palestinians were killed and 360 were injured, according to reports. EPA

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The names of Palestinian children killed carved into sand - in pictures

Commemorative event for victims of recent conflict held on Gaza city beach

The National

August 18, 2022

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Updated: August 18, 2022, 9:20 AM
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