The Civil Defense Forces in the Gaza Strip announced today, Tuesday, that "an Israeli shelling targeted a school housing displaced families in Gaza City, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 Palestinians." The Israeli army stated that it "targeted Hamas elements who were holed up in a school complex in Gaza City." It added in a statement: "Before the attack, a series of measures were taken to reduce the likelihood of civilian casualties, including the use of precise weapons and aerial imagery, as well as relying on additional intelligence information." Hamas denies the Israeli accusations that it uses schools and hospitals for military purposes.