Israeli Airstrike Hits Gaza Hospital, Killing Six People Including Doctor and Child

An Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza has reportedly killed six people and injured at least 28 others, in another deadly development amid the ongoing tensions in the region.

The attack occurred on Thursday in Khan Younis, targeting one of the major medical facilities still operating in the Gaza Strip. According to Gaza’s Health Ministry, those killed included a surgeon and a 13-year-old boy.

The Israeli military said the operation was directed at a Hamas commander and other suspected militants. However, it did not immediately provide evidence to support its explanation for the strike.

The incident has raised further concerns about the safety of healthcare facilities and civilians in Gaza, particularly as hospitals continue to operate under difficult conditions.

The latest casualties were among 10 Palestinians reportedly killed in separate Israeli strikes across the territory on Thursday.

The attack has also intensified concerns about the humanitarian situation as winter approaches.

More than 50 countries and international organisations, led by the United Kingdom, Qatar and Jordan, have called for greater access to essential supplies, including shelter materials, fuel, clean water and medical assistance.

The latest developments underline the continuing difficulties facing civilians in Gaza despite an existing ceasefire arrangement.

International attention remains focused on preventing further civilian casualties and ensuring humanitarian assistance reaches those in need.