Key Facts
• August 25: Israeli military attacked Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza.
• Over 20 people, including medical staff, killed in the strikes.
• Attack occurred in two waves; second strike hit during rescue efforts.
• Four journalists from Reuters and Al Jazeera also killed.
• Israeli military acknowledged targeting the hospital but denied targeting journalists.
• Gaza health authorities report 244 journalists killed in Israeli attacks to date.
Summary
On August 25, the Israeli military launched an attack on Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza, resulting in over 20 deaths, including medical personnel and four journalists. The strikes occurred in two waves, with the second hitting during ongoing rescue operations. The Israeli military admitted to targeting the hospital but denied intentionally targeting journalists. Gaza health authorities report a total of 244 journalists killed in Israeli attacks so far. The incident has drawn significant international criticism.
