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Analyzing the Double Strike on Gaza's Nasser Hospital: Events and Implications

An in-depth exploration of the recent double strike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza, detailing the attack's timeline, casualties, and international reactions.

Source: bbc.co.uk1 min read
Analyzing the Double Strike on Gaza's Nasser Hospital: Events and Implications
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In brief

On Monday, Gaza's Nasser Hospital was hit twice by Israeli airstrikes, resulting in at least 20 casualties, including journalists and medical staff. The incident sparked global condemnation and raised questions about accountability. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu described it as a 'tragic mishap', while subsequent statements from the Israeli military suggested the strikes targeted a Hamas camera, calling for further investigation. BBC Verify has compiled footage from the attack to clarify the incident's progression and consequences.

On Monday, Nasser Hospital - the largest in southern Gaza and one of the few still partially operating in the Strip - was hit twice by Israeli strikes.

At least 20 people were reportedly killed, including journalists and medical staff.

The attack has drawn international condemnation and the United Nations has said 'there must be justice'.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it a 'tragic mishap'.

The Israeli military later stated that the strikes targeted a 'camera positioned by Hamas', though no evidence was provided. They also indicated that a full investigation would be carried out regarding the authorization of the strikes.

BBC Verify analyzed the footage from the attack and its aftermath to piece together the timeline of events and what it reveals.

Reha Kansara has more.

Verification by Benedict Garman, Sebastian Vandermeersch, Shayan Sardarizadeh, and Sherie Ryder. Graphics by Mesut Ersoz. Produced by Katerina Karelli.

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