Israel faces global outrage after deadly Gaza hospital strike and domestic protests over hostages
Israel faces global condemnation over Gaza hospital strike
- A hospital in Gaza was attacked, resulting in 20 fatalities, including five journalists and a rescue worker, with an eyewitness describing a double-tap strike.
- The attack drew widespread international condemnation from the US, EU, Canada, Britain, Egypt, China, France, and Spain, with Germany calling for an investigation.
- The Israeli military stated its initial investigation indicated the strike targeted a Hamas surveillance camera and militants, claiming the journalists were not targets, but acknowledged "gaps" and ordered a further inquiry.
- Across Israel, families of hostages taken by Hamas on 7 October 2023 led protests, blocking major highways and demanding a ceasefire and the release of their relatives.
- Donald Trump expressed unhappiness about the situation, indicating a "very serious" diplomatic push is underway to end the conflict, while Britain’s foreign secretary, David Lammy, called for an immediate ceasefire.