Israeli strike on Gaza hospital kills at least six, wounds 20
The BBC reported that an Israeli strike hit the surgery department of Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, killing at least six people.
The BBC reported that an Israeli strike hit the surgery department of Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, killing at least six people. A spokesperson for the Gaza civil defence agency said the attack wounded at least 20 others and caused extensive damage to the facility. The hospital, which provides critical medical services in the southern Gaza Strip, was targeted during ongoing hostilities. The agency’s statement highlighted the severity of the injuries and the impact on the hospital’s ability to treat patients. The incident adds to concerns about the safety of medical sites amid the conflict.
Why it matters
The attack raises concerns about the safety of medical facilities and the ability to provide care in the Gaza conflict.
Key details
- Location
- Israel · Middle East
- Reported by
- BBC News
- First reported
- Key names
- Israeli, Nasser Hospital, Gaza, Khan Younis
- Section
- World
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