Khan Younis:New York The United Nations has voiced significant concern over an Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in the Gaza Strip, which resulted in six fatalities, 27 injuries, and substantial damage to the hospital.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, the UN's deputy spokesman Farhan Haq relayed that the Special Coordinator ad interim is alarmed by the strike, emphasizing the ongoing violence exacerbates human suffering in Gaza and threatens the fragile ceasefire. The UN further stressed the need for rapid and safe access for humanitarian aid.

Officials report that the airstrike impacted the Al-Yasin building's second floor at the Nasser Medical Complex in western Khan Younis, causing fatalities and injuries. The hospital director noted extensive damage to intensive care and surgical wards. The Israeli Army Radio described the event as an 'assassination operation' without further details.

Haq reiterated that international humanitarian law mandates the protection of medical personnel and facilities, which must not be targeted or used for military purposes. The World Health Organization's Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, highlighted Gaza's health facilities as critical lifelines, with over 1,000 documented attacks on healthcare since October 2023.

In a separate incident, a strike hit near UN facilities in Deir al-Balah, where UN staff were sheltering. Haq stated the strike's reasons are for Israeli authorities to address, confirming all UN staff are safe.

A journalist questioned the absence of a formal condemnation from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres or the WHO, labeling the attack as a "crime against humanity." Haq responded that both Mr. Alakbarov and Dr. Tedros have condemned the attack, reminding Israel of its legal obligations regarding health facilities. The UN continues to emphasize these legal obligations to all parties and governments involved.