Tragedy Strikes: Israeli Airstrike Claims Lives, Including Journalists

In a tragic event on Monday, at least 14 individuals lost their lives due to an Israeli airstrike targeting the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, a city in southern Gaza. Among the deceased were four journalists, as reported by officials from the Gaza Government Media Office and the Ministry of Health, both under Hamas governance.

The journalists who perished in the attack have been identified as Hossam Al-Masry, Mohammed Salama, Mariam Dagga, and Moaz Abu Taha, according to a statement from the media office.

Mariam Dagga, aged 33, was working with the Associated Press in a freelance capacity following the outbreak of conflict in October 2022, as noted by the AP.

Reaction and Inquiry

In response to these developments, ABC News has made contact with the Israel Defense Forces seeking their comments regarding the airstrike.