Gaza's Nasser Hospital: A Deadly Target Raises International Outrage

Tue Sep 23 2025 12:39:53 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

The airstrikes on Nasser Hospital in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of journalists and rescue workers, have sparked global condemnation. An in-depth analysis raises questions about the Israeli military's justification and operational decisions.

The recent attack on Gaza’s Nasser Hospital left 22 people dead, including five journalists, amid claims of a double-tap strike designed to target first responders. The Israeli military faces scrutiny regarding its tactics, particularly concerning the use of heavy weaponry and the accuracy of its intelligence. Investigations reveal discrepancies in reported militants among the casualties, further intensifying concerns about the ongoing conflict's impact on civilians.

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Gaza’s Nasser Hospital became the epicenter of tragedy last week when it was targeted by Israeli forces in an attack that sparked global outrage. The airstrike, which claimed 22 lives including those of five journalists, has raised serious concerns regarding the rationales behind the Israeli military's actions.

Israel has stated that it will investigate 'gaps' in their understanding of the incident. The attack involved continuous strikes by tanks and was labeled a 'double-tap' strike, a method utilized to target those arriving for rescue operations after the initial bombardment, triggering accusations of potential war crimes under international law.

Eyewitness accounts reveal a tragically familiar scene: after the first blast, journalists and rescue teams rushed to assist the wounded, only to be struck by a subsequent wave of assaults. Video analysis confirms multiple explosions during the incident, with critics highlighting the indiscriminate nature of such military tactics.

AP's investigation reveals the usage of high-explosive shells, which contradict claims that less deadly alternatives were unavailable. This raises questions about the operational decisions made by the Golani Brigade, responsible for the strikes. Similar tactics were employed in a previous incident where emergency responders were fatally shot under contested circumstances, suggesting a troubling pattern of conduct during operations against perceived threats from Hamas.

In response to the strikes, skepticism surrounds the Israeli military's identification of militant targets among the casualties. Israel’s published list of six alleged militants includes individuals with conflicting identities, raising significant doubts about the military’s claims of targeting combatants. Two of the named individuals were revealed to hold roles as healthcare workers and civil defense drivers.

Experts and human rights advocates continue to challenge the Israeli military on the ground, demanding greater accountability for actions taken in densely populated civilian areas. As international pressure mounts, the need for transparent investigations into these operations is paramount, especially as fighting continues to escalate in the region.