In a tragic incident along the Israeli-Gaza border, at least five Palestinians were killed and 25 others injured in an explosion near the separation fence. The cause of the blast is still unknown, but investigations are underway to determine if it was an accident or an act of sabotage.

The explosion occurred during a demonstration organized by Hamas, the governing Palestinian group in Gaza, to mark the anniversary of Israel's withdrawal from the Gaza Strip in 2005. Witnesses reported that Israeli soldiers had fired tear gas before the deadly blast.

According to local media, Palestinian Explosives Engineering Unit was attempting to defuse an explosive device when Israeli forces opened fire, preventing their escape. The Israeli army, however, has denied involvement in the explosion. They claim that the demonstrators were trying to throw a bomb over the fence when it detonated prematurely.

Aerial footage released by the Israeli army shows a blast along the fence, with debris flying into the air and people running away from the scene. This incident has further escalated tensions between Israel and Palestine, specifically along the Gaza Strip, which has seen four wars between Israeli forces and Hamas militants since 2007.

The Israeli army reported that during the demonstration, grenades and other explosives were thrown across the fence. The event highlights the volatile nature of Israel-Gaza relations and the constant danger faced by civilians caught in the crossfire.

It is imperative that dialogue and diplomatic efforts be prioritised to prevent such incidents in the future and find a peaceful resolution to the longstanding conflicts between Israel and Palestine.