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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 25, 2026Miami-Dade

One year after Israeli strikes on Nasser Hospital, no accountability for deaths of journalists and rescue workers

One year after Israeli military strikes killed 22 people at Nasser Hospital in Gaza, including journalists Hussam al-Masri and Mariam Dagga, no investigation results or criminal charges have been issued. The Israeli military states the incident remains under review by the Military Advocate General’s Corps, while reports from an anonymous soldier and news organizations challenge the military's initial claims that the victims were linked to Hamas.

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Why It Matters

The lack of a completed investigation into the deaths of 22 civilians, including media personnel, leaves families without answers and raises ongoing questions regarding military rules of engagement and the protection of journalists in conflict zones.

Key Facts

  • 22 people were killed in a double-strike attack on Nasser Hospital in Gaza one year ago.
  • The Israeli military initially claimed the target was a Hamas camera on the hospital roof.
  • An anonymous soldier stated the military found no evidence linking the camera to Hamas.
  • The military has not provided a timeline for the completion of its investigation.
  • The incident is currently under review by the Military Advocate General’s Corps.
  • The military used high-explosive tank shells in four separate strikes on the hospital.
  • AP and Reuters have repeatedly called for a full explanation and access to Gaza.
  • 207 Palestinian reporters have been killed in the war since October 7, 2023.
  • The military recently announced investigations into two other incidents: the killing of Hind Rajab and 15 paramedics.

Who's Mentioned

other207“Total number of Palestinian reporters killed since Oct 7, 2023.”personMariam Dagga“Visual journalist for AP and other organizations killed in the strikes.”personHussam al-Masri“Reuters cameraman killed in the strikes.”organizationBreaking the Silence“Group of Israeli veterans collecting soldier testimony.”other22“Total number of people killed in the hospital strikes.”personAntonio Guterres“U.N. Secretary-General.”locationNasser Hospital“Site of the strikes in Gaza.”organizationCommittee to Protect Journalists“Advocacy group tracking journalist deaths.”