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Unexploded ordnance in Gaza risks kids playing with deadly remnants of war; Hong Kong finds WWII bombs, prompting evacuations.

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WWII Bomb Discovered in Quarry Bay

A 1,000-pound WWII bomb was found at a construction site in Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, prompting the evacuation of 6,000 residents. The bomb was successfully defused after a nine-hour operation, revealing its likely origin from a 1945 US bombing raid on the area.

Gaza Ceasefire Sparks Unexploded Ordnance Risks

Following the Gaza ceasefire that began on October 10, families are returning home, but unexploded ordnance poses deadly risks. Children have been wounded, and at least 68,500 Palestinians have died in the conflict. Humanitarian concerns about medical shortages and ongoing violence persist amid the fragile calm.

Children Wounded by Unexploded Ordnance in Gaza

Following a ceasefire in Gaza, children have been injured by unexploded ordnance while returning to their homes. Two twins, Yahya and Nabila, suffered life-threatening injuries after discovering a device that detonated. Over the past week, five children have been wounded by unexploded ordnance, amid ongoing dangers despite the ceasefire.