In a statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, Israel expressed deep sorrow over the attack by its military forces on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza.
"Israel expresses deep sorrow over the tragedy that occurred today at Nasser Hospital in Gaza. Israel appreciates the work of journalists, medical personnel and all civilians. Military authorities are conducting a full investigation," the statement said.
It also emphasizes that "Our war is against Hamas terrorists. Our righteous objective is to defeat Hamas and return our hostages."
Meanwhile, there has been a surge in international condemnation of the attack, which resulted in the deaths of 20 Palestinians, including five journalists.
US President Donald Trump has declared that "we must end this nightmare", while his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, has described the attack as "an unacceptable blow".
