New Delhi: The murder of journalists in southern Gaza was "shocking and deeply regrettable," according to the Ministry of External Affairs, who spoke on Wednesday.
Answering press requests. The murder of journalists is both horrible and deeply regrettable, according to MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. India has always denounced the loss of innocent lives in war. We are aware that the Israeli government has already initiated an investigation.
The statement occurs against the backdrop of escalating tensions and a double-tap attack by Israel on Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza Strip that killed at least 21 people, including five journalists. Israeli operations in the besieged enclave.
Some of the slain reporters were freelance reporter Mariam Abu Daqqa, who was working for AP at the time, Reuters cameraman Hussam alMasri, and Al Jazeera's Mohammad Salama.
The terrible tragedy at the Nasser Hospital in Gaza brought profound remorse from the Prime Minister's Office of Israel.
The office expressed its profound remorse for the terrible incident that occurred at Gaza's Nasser Hospital today in a statement on X. The work of journalists, healthcare professionals, and all citizens is highly valued in Israel.
Tareq Abu Azzoum of Al Jazeera, who was in Deir elBalah, stated that the attack has caused widespread chaos and panic throughout the area. for the patients themselves, who are being treated in one of the hospital's facilities, as well as for passersby and residents in the neighborhood the regions that are covered by international humanitarian law and require protection.
The attack was a double-tap, according to Dr. Ahmed alFarra, director of Nasser Hospital's pediatrics division, who stated that the top floor was the target of the first strike. of the structure, followed moments later by a second projectile as journalists and rescuers ran up an outside staircase.
Since dawn Monday, at least 61 people have been slain in Israeli strikes around Gaza, including seven people who were looking for assistance. Since August 6, Israel has demolished 1,000 structures in Gaza City, trapping hundreds under debris as a result of continuous bombardment and restricted access, according to Gaza's Civil Defense. Routes have hindered rescue and relief efforts.
