Five journalists among 20 killed in Israeli strike on Gaza hospital
16 days ago
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- Israel bombed Nasser hospital in southern Gaza, killing at least 20 people including five journalists.
- A second strike hit the same spot 15 minutes later, killing rescuers and journalists who had rushed to help.
- The attack was condemned internationally, with calls for an immediate ceasefire.
- Israel claimed the strike was a 'tragic mishap' and ordered a preliminary investigation.
- At least 193 Palestinian journalists have been killed since October 2023, according to CPJ.
- Mariam Abu Dagga, a journalist killed in the attack, had left a will and a letter for her son.
- Israel prevents international media from covering the conflict, forcing Palestinian journalists to work under extreme conditions.
- The Nasser hospital attack disrupted surgeries and further damaged Gaza's health system.
- Additional violence included shootings near aid distribution sites and airstrikes in Gaza City.
- Over 62,686 Palestinians have been killed in the 22-month conflict.