The Israeli military has conducted a preliminary investigation into a recent strike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, which resulted in over 20 deaths, including several journalists. According to the army, the attack targeted a surveillance camera installed by Hamas on the hospital grounds, believed to be used for tracking Israeli troop movements and directing attacks. The military identified six Hamas operatives among those killed, including one involved in the October 7, 2023, massacre, but expressed regret for civilian casualties.

The Chief of Staff has ordered a deeper probe into the approval process for the strike, focusing on the type of munition used, timing, and decision-making on the ground. Military officials stated that two tank shells were fired, with the second shell hitting rescuers at the scene. The army maintains that intelligence supports claims of Hamas using medical facilities for terror activities and emphasizes that operations are aimed solely at military targets.