The United Nations has stated that there needs to be accountability following a double strike by Israel on a hospital in Gaza, which resulted in at least 20 fatalities, including health workers and journalists. Initial reports from the Israeli military suggested that the attack targeted a camera allegedly placed by Hamas. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) acknowledged the need for further investigation into their actions surrounding the incident.
The attack occurred at Nasser hospital in Khan Younis, where the first strike killed one person, followed by a second strike around ten minutes later, impacting journalists and rescuers present at the scene. Among the deceased were five journalists from various international media outlets. A UN spokesperson highlighted concerns over the targeting of journalists and urged for investigations into the incident, questioning the results of past inquiries.
In its statement, the IDF claimed the strikes aimed to dismantle a Hamas surveillance camera but did not clarify why a follow-up attack was conducted shortly after the first. They noted the necessity of reviewing the authorization processes involved, including the decision-making in the field.
Protests occurred across Israel, with demonstrators urging the government to accept a ceasefire deal to facilitate the release of hostages taken by Hamas during a recent conflict. Despite prior agreement, the Israeli government has dismissed the ceasefire proposal initiated by Hamas, with Prime Minister Netanyahu indicating a preference for a different arrangement.
Reportedly, an estimated 62,819 people have lost their lives in Gaza since the start of military operations in response to a Hamas-led assault, which caused significant infrastructure damage and widespread displacement among the population. Furthermore, a UN-backed body has confirmed a famine occurring in Gaza City, although the Israeli government has contested these claims.
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