Israeli Airstrike on Gaza Hospital Kills 15, Including Journalists

At least 15 people were killed on Monday after Israeli strikes hit Nasser Hospital in Gaza, according to Palestinian health officials. Among the dead were three journalists, one of whom was working with Reuters at the time of the attack.

The journalists killed included cameraman Hussam al-Masri, who was contracted by Reuters. Another Reuters contractor, photographer Hatem Khaled, was injured in the strike, officials said.

Tragic scenes followed at Gaza’s Al-Shifa Hospital, where families rushed to identify their loved ones. Mahmoud Abedrabo wept beside the body of his son Hamada, who was among those killed.

This incident has once again highlighted the dangerous conditions faced by civilians as well as journalists covering the ongoing conflict. Humanitarian organizations have repeatedly raised concerns about the safety of medical facilities and press workers in Gaza, who often operate under constant threat.

The Israeli military and the Office of the Prime Minister did not immediately issue any statement regarding this attack.

The strikes come amid intensified fighting and rising casualties across the region, adding further pressure on efforts to bring a halt to the months-long escalation.

Source: Reuters, Palestinian health officials (via Khaleej Times report)