An Israeli airstrike on a hospital in southern Gaza killed at least 11 people, with six of the casualties occurring at the Nasser Hospital complex, according to health officials. The attack, which took place on Thursday, marked the deadliest single strike since Israel’s elections last month. The Israeli military confirmed the attack, stating it targeted a Hamas commander and other militants hiding within the hospital.
The Nasser Hospital, located in Khan Younis, reported six deaths, including a surgeon and a 13-year-old boy. At least five others were injured. Multiple media outlets reported the strike, with some citing 11 total casualties. The Hamas-run health ministry confirmed the deaths, describing the attack as the deadliest since the recent Israeli elections.
The Israeli military said the strike was aimed at neutralizing a Hamas leadership figure, Muhammad Abu Ismail, who is the commander of the Khan Younis brigade. The hospital confirmed the casualties and described the attack as a deliberate targeting of individuals linked to Hamas.
This incident follows a series of escalating attacks between Israel and Hamas, with the conflict intensifying since the Hamas-led assault on Israel in October. The war has resulted in thousands of casualties in Gaza, with reports of widespread destruction and humanitarian crises. International efforts to broker a ceasefire have seen limited success, as both sides continue to exchange fire.
The attack on the hospital has drawn international condemnation, with calls for an immediate investigation into the targeting of medical facilities. The situation remains volatile, with ongoing military operations and humanitarian concerns growing by the day.
