The Attack On Nasser Gaza Hospital Killed 20 People Including 5 Journalists, This Is Israel's Explanation

JAKARTA - The Israeli military launched an attack on the Nasser Hospital area of Khan Younis, Gaza Strip, on Monday. Palestinian health officials said 20 people were killed in the attack, including five journalists, one of whom worked for Reuters.

"IDF regrets the losses suffered by individuals who are not involved and do not target journalists. The IDF acts to reduce losses suffered by individuals who are not involved as much as possible while maintaining the safety of IDF forces," Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said. August.

Last week, the Israeli military announced the first step in the operation to take over Gaza City.

Israel deployed tens of thousands of reserve troops while the government is considering a new ceasefire proposal to stop the war that has lasted nearly two years.

"We have started the initial and first phase of the attack on the Gaza City, and currently IDF forces have taken control of the outskirts of Gaza," said Israeli military spokesman Brigadier General Effie Defrin.

A military official said the reserve army would not serve until September. This time interval gives mediators time to bridge the gap between Hamas and Israel over the terms of the ceasefire