At least 15 people, including three journalists, were killed in an Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza on Monday. Palestinian health officials confirmed the casualties. The attack has drawn widespread concern amid rising tensions in the region.
Among the dead was Hussam al-Masri, a cameraman working as a contractor for Reuters. Another Reuters contractor, photographer Hatem Khaled, was injured during the strike. Palestinian officials have not released the names of the other journalists killed.
The Israeli military and the Prime Minister’s Office have not issued any immediate comments about the strike. The incident has sparked international calls for investigation and restraint.
Nasser Hospital is one of the main medical facilities serving the Gaza Strip. Attacks on healthcare centers have raised alarm over the humanitarian situation in the area. Medical staff and patients have faced increased risks due to ongoing conflicts.
Israel’s military operations in Gaza have intensified in recent weeks, following escalating violence between Israeli forces and Palestinian groups. The strikes aim to target militant positions but have also resulted in civilian casualties.
Human rights organizations have urged all parties to protect medical facilities and ensure the safety of non-combatants. The deaths of journalists highlight the dangers faced by media workers covering the conflict.
This latest hospital strike adds to the growing list of civilian casualties in Gaza. The international community continues to call for peaceful dialogue and an end to hostilities.
Israel’s actions in Gaza remain under close scrutiny as the situation develops. The humanitarian impact is severe, and efforts to protect innocent lives are urgently needed.
As the conflict continues, the safety of civilians and journalists remains a critical concern in the region.
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