In a deeply concerning development, a strike on Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza has led to the reported deaths of 15 individuals, among them four journalists. The casualties include a Reuters cameraman and a freelance journalist for the Associated Press, both of whom were recognized for their commitment to reporting from conflict zones. The other two journalists were identified as working for Al Jazeera and NBC.
In the aftermath of the initial airstrike, a secondary explosion occurred, hindering the response efforts by rescuers and leading to additional casualties, according to officials from Hamas-run Civil Defence. Eyewitness accounts describe scenes of chaos, with smoke rising from the hospital, ambulances racing to the scene, and frantic crowds. The Israeli military and the prime minister's office have yet to issue a comment on this tragic event.
The journalism community has expressed shock and sorrow over the deaths, particularly highlighting the loss of 33-year-old Mariam Dagga, a dedicated journalist. Meanwhile, the report also mentions that one Civil Defence member was among those who died in the strike, emphasizing the broader human toll of the ongoing conflict. The escalating violence and risks faced by civilians and journalists alike remain a critical concern as the situation continues to unfold.
In the aftermath of the initial airstrike, a secondary explosion occurred, hindering the response efforts by rescuers and leading to additional casualties, according to officials from Hamas-run Civil Defence. Eyewitness accounts describe scenes of chaos, with smoke rising from the hospital, ambulances racing to the scene, and frantic crowds. The Israeli military and the prime minister's office have yet to issue a comment on this tragic event.
The journalism community has expressed shock and sorrow over the deaths, particularly highlighting the loss of 33-year-old Mariam Dagga, a dedicated journalist. Meanwhile, the report also mentions that one Civil Defence member was among those who died in the strike, emphasizing the broader human toll of the ongoing conflict. The escalating violence and risks faced by civilians and journalists alike remain a critical concern as the situation continues to unfold.
