Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza Hospital Kill 22, Including Five Journalists
Israeli airstrikes on Gaza's Nasser Hospital resulted in 22 fatalities, including five journalists, prompting international condemnation and an Israeli government investigation.
Israeli airstrikes on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza, on August 25, 2025, resulted in the deaths of 22 individuals, including five journalists. The strikes targeted the hospital's fourth floor and were followed by a second attack as rescue workers arrived.
The journalists killed were identified as Mariam Abu Dagga, a freelancer for the Associated Press; Mohammed Salama of Al Jazeera; Hussam al-Masri, a Reuters cameraman; Moaz Abu Taha, a freelance journalist; and Ahmed Abu Aziz.
The Israeli military confirmed conducting a strike near Nasser Hospital and announced an inquiry into the incident. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed regret over the "tragic mishap" and stated that Israel "values the work of journalists, medical staff, and all civilians."
International organizations, including the Foreign Press Association and the Committee to Protect Journalists, condemned the attack and called for accountability. The Committee to Protect Journalists reported that 189 Palestinian journalists have been killed in Gaza during the 22-month conflict, making it one of the deadliest periods for media workers.
The United Nations and various countries have called for thorough investigations into the incident and emphasized the need to protect journalists in conflict zones.
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