Israeli strikes on Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza have killed at least 20 people, including five journalists, according to local health officials and media organisations. The hospital was hit twice in quick succession, with the second strike occurring as journalists and rescue workers responded to the initial blast. Among those killed were journalists from several major international news outlets, who had been reporting on the humanitarian crisis inside the hospital. Media organisations expressed shock and grief over the loss, highlighting the extreme risks faced by journalists in Gaza.

The Israeli military confirmed it carried out a strike in the area and announced an investigation into the incident, stating it does not intentionally target civilians or journalists. The conflict in Gaza has become one of the deadliest for media workers, with press freedom advocates warning of a significant decline in journalist safety. Additional casualties were reported elsewhere in Gaza, including fatalities from strikes and gunfire near aid distribution sites.