Airstrike Hits Nasser Hospital in Gaza
An Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis has resulted in at least six deaths, including a surgeon, and over 30 injuries.
On November 12, an Israeli airstrike targeted Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, according to reports from Khaosod Online and the BBC. The attack involved two missiles striking the surgical and intensive care wards, with one missile reportedly failing to detonate. The incident resulted in at least six fatalities, including medical staff, patients, and relatives, among them surgeon Dr. Rizq Abu Shaira. Over 30 individuals were reported injured.
The Israeli military stated that the strike aimed at a Hamas commander and fighters, alleging that the hospital was being used as a military command center. Conversely, the Hamas-run Ministry of Health condemned the attack as a blatant violation of international law, denying the allegations and accusing Israel of attempting to cover up war crimes. Under international law, hospitals are designated as protected facilities; however, they have frequently been caught in the crossfire during the ongoing conflict.
For residents and those monitoring the situation, this event highlights the extreme volatility of the region and the severe degradation of healthcare infrastructure. It remains difficult to independently verify the details of the incident, as Israel continues to restrict foreign media access to the Gaza Strip. The conflicting narratives regarding the use of civilian infrastructure for military purposes continue to complicate the humanitarian assessment of the conflict.
