Israeli airstrike on Nasser hospital in Gaza kills surgeon and five others
Summary
An Israeli airstrike hit Nasser hospital in Khan Younis early Thursday, killing six people and wounding more than 20, according to the Palestinian news agency. The Israeli military said it targeted a Hamas commander and other fighters at the hospital, but did not provide evidence; the strike damaged the surgery department and other floors.Key Facts
- The dead included surgeon Rizk Abu Shaira and patient Seif Ghazi Abu Hatab, according to the article.
- A wounded surgical specialist said the strike occurred around 12:30 a.m. without warning.
- Nasser hospital is among Gaza’s remaining functioning healthcare facilities, the article reported.
- The Israeli military has accused Hamas of using hospitals for military purposes; Hamas rejects the accusation.
- Doctors Without Borders said more than 1,700 healthcare workers have been killed in Gaza and at least 95 medics remain in Israeli custody.
- The article says UN experts estimate that about 90% of Gaza’s health infrastructure has been destroyed or damaged.
- International humanitarian law protects healthcare facilities, though they can lose that protection if used for military purposes.
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