A deadly airstrike struck a hospital in Gaza, killing at least 19 people, including four journalists. Footage from the site showed what witnesses described as a “double-tap” strike, in which one missile was followed by another, hitting people who rushed to help the injured.

The attack has drawn widespread outrage, with international media bodies condemning the killing of journalists while carrying out their duty. Human rights groups also raised concerns, saying that targeting medical facilities and civilians could amount to a violation of international law.

Israel has not issued a detailed statement on the hospital strike but has maintained that its military actions are directed at militant infrastructure in Gaza. Palestinian authorities, however, accused Israel of deliberately targeting civilian areas and essential services.

The incident has intensified calls for an immediate ceasefire as the humanitarian situation in Gaza worsens. Aid agencies have warned that hospitals, already overwhelmed, are struggling to cope with casualties amid shortages of medicine and electricity.

Global leaders have urged restraint and demanded an impartial investigation into the strike, emphasising the urgent need to protect journalists and civilians in conflict zones.