New video reveals third strike in deadly ‘double-tap’ attack on Gaza hospital: CNN
- On the morning of August 25, around 10:08 a.m., Israeli forces attacked Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza, resulting in the deaths of 22 individuals, among them medical personnel and five journalists.
- The attack was part of a double-tap tactic involving three strikes within minutes, with the second and third strikes targeting rescuers and journalists, while Israel said it targeted a Hamas camera placed at the hospital.
- Reuters cameraman Hussam Al-Masri and four other journalists were killed during the strike, while health officials and witnesses reported that the second strike hit humanitarian staff trying to help victims.
- The Israeli Defense Forces said six militants died in the attack and confirmed an inquiry to investigate gaps in understanding, while Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu called the incident a "tragic mishap."
- The strike sparked international condemnation from multiple countries demanding a ceasefire and investigation, highlighting concerns over violations of international humanitarian law against civilians and journalists.
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NBC News analysis finds that Israel hit Gaza hospital four times
JERUSALEM — The Israeli military struck Nasser Hospital at least four times during its morning attack on southern Gaza that killed 22 people earlier this week, according to an NBC News analysis of newly obtained video
Israel did not shell Nasser Hospital in Gaza once, twice or three times – but at least four times in Monday's bloody attack, according to an investigation by the BBC.
Assad's and Putin's troops used the practice in Syria: In the attack on the Nasser Hospital, Israeli soldiers fired twice in a row on the same target. Such reports accumulate.
Israel is accused of a 'double tap' strike. What is it and what does international law say?
A deadly strike on Gaza's Nasser Hospital has renewed allegations that Israel is using 'double tap' tactics — a method of warfare that could breach international law. But experts warn that it's not so simple.
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