Jerusalem, August 26, 2025 – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed regret over the deaths of journalists in a strike on a hospital in Gaza, describing the incident as a “mishap”. The comments come as international condemnation intensifies, with world leaders and press bodies urging Israel to halt its attacks that endanger media workers and civilians.

Netanyahu’s Statement

Netanyahu acknowledged that the strike on the hospital, which resulted in the deaths of several journalists, was a tragic error. “We regret this mishap,” he said, while defending Israel’s right to act against what he described as terrorist threats in Gaza.

His statement, however, did little to ease international criticism. Observers argue that calling the deaths a “mishap” fails to address the deeper concerns about Israel’s rules of engagement in the densely populated enclave.

International Condemnation

The incident has sparked widespread condemnation:

• World leaders including those from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East strongly criticised Israel for targeting areas where journalists and civilians were known to be present.

• The United Nations called for a full investigation into the strike and urged both sides to respect international humanitarian law.

• Human rights groups described the attack as part of a disturbing pattern of assaults on the press during the ongoing conflict.

Response from the Foreign Press Association

The Foreign Press Association (FPA) in Jerusalem issued a scathing statement following the incident. It demanded an “immediate explanation” from the Israeli military, accusing it of engaging in an “abhorrent practice of targeting journalists.”

The FPA further urged Israel to cease its repeated attacks on media workers, highlighting the critical role journalists play in reporting from conflict zones.

Journalists in Conflict Zones

The deaths at the Gaza hospital add to a growing list of journalists killed in the Israel–Gaza conflict.

• According to press freedom organisations, dozens of media workers have lost their lives since the conflict escalated, raising alarm over press safety and accountability.

• Journalists in Gaza face extreme risks, not only from airstrikes but also from the difficulties of working in areas with collapsing infrastructure and limited medical support.

Press advocates insist that the deaths are not isolated accidents but reflect a systemic failure to protect reporters covering the war.

Broader Implications for Israel

The incident further complicates Israel’s global standing:

• Diplomatic relations with key allies have been strained by repeated civilian and journalist deaths.

• Calls are growing for independent war crime investigations.

• Israel risks losing credibility internationally, particularly with nations that see the repeated targeting of journalists as an attack on press freedom and accountability.

At home, Netanyahu is also facing mounting pressure. Critics within Israel argue that his government’s strategy in Gaza has not only worsened humanitarian conditions but has also brought international isolation.

Conclusion

Netanyahu’s expression of regret over the hospital strike that killed journalists has done little to silence the wave of international condemnation.

As world leaders demand accountability and press bodies insist on explanations, Israel faces intensifying scrutiny for its handling of the conflict. The incident underscores the urgent need to protect journalists in war zones and raises serious questions about Israel’s conduct in Gaza.

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