Hamas issued a statement condemning what it described as a “treacherous attack” carried out by an Israeli Occupation drone on Sunday morning east of Rafah.

The strike targeted police officers assigned to secure the entry of humanitarian aid, resulting in the deaths of three officers. Hamas called the attack a serious violation of the ceasefire agreement.

The statement further accused “Israel” of repeatedly disregarding and failing to uphold the terms of the agreement. Hamas cited “Israel’s” recent refusal to allow the entry of caravans and heavy machinery, despite having previously committed to doing so and informing mediators at the end of last week.