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In recent hostilities in Gaza, multiple Christian churches have been impacted, including the only Catholic church in the area.

Reports indicate that at least three churches have been destroyed or significantly damaged during Israeli military actions since October 7, 2023.

The churches confirmed to have been affected include
Saint Porphyrius Greek Orthodox Church: Located in Gaza City and considered one of the oldest churches globally, the Church of Saint Porphyrius was struck by an Israeli missile on October 19, 2023. This attack resulted in fatalities and injuries, including at least 18 deaths. The Greek Orthodox Patriarchate reported the building sustained damage. Wikipedia notes that a building adjacent to the church collapsed.

Holy Family Catholic Church: This is the only Catholic church in Gaza City and has been struck multiple times by Israeli forces. In December 2023, two women sheltering at the church were killed by a sniper. More recently, a strike in July 2025 resulted in casualties and injuries, including the priest, and significant damage to the building. Al Jazeera notes that an attack in July 2025 killed three people and wounded 10, including the priest. According to CNN, the church also suffered partial damage in December 2024.

Gaza Baptist Church: This church, affiliated with the Anglican Episcopal Church of Jerusalem, also suffered damage. It's located within the compound of Al-Ahli Arab Hospital, which was also hit by an Israeli airstrike on October 17, 2023, causing hundreds of deaths.

In addition to these churches, the Byzantine Church of Jabalia was reportedly destroyed by air strikes, and the Monastery of St Hilarion was damaged in bombardments.

Note: The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have acknowledged some of these incidents, stating that they were targeting Hamas and that the churches were not intentionally targeted. Hamas denies using places of worship for military purposes.

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