Hamas challenges Israeli account of Gaza hospital attack that killed 21
Summary
Israeli military launched an attack on Nasser Hospital in Gaza, claiming it targeted a Hamas surveillance camera and killed six Hamas fighters. Hamas contested this account, stating none of the people killed were their members and that some named by Israel were killed at different times and places. The attack and subsequent strike on rescuers led to the death of journalists, and it drew worldwide criticism.Key Facts
- Israeli military attacked Nasser Hospital in Gaza.
- They claimed they were aiming at a Hamas camera and killed six Hamas fighters.
- Hamas disputed this, saying none of those killed were members of their group.
- Hamas also stated that two people named by Israel were killed elsewhere and at other times.
- The attack included what is known as a "double-tap strike," targeting rescuers after the initial strike.
- This attack resulted in the death of several journalists and medics.
- The international community, including the EU, condemned the attack.
- Human rights groups accused Israel of committing war crimes in Gaza due to civilian casualties.
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