🕒 Created

Mariam Abu Dagga killed in Gaza hospital double-tap attack as investigation suggests potential war crimes by Israel

Mariam Abu Dagga, a Palestinian journalist, was killed during a double-tap attack on Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza on August 25, 2025. The strike, which killed over 20 people including five journalists, occurred as a crowd of medics, first responders, and civilians gathered to report on an earlier blast. An investigation by The Independent suggests the Israeli military may have committed war crimes by intentionally attacking civilians and launching a disproportionate strike. While the Israeli military claimed it targeted a camera positioned by Hamas, evidence indicates the military knew of the journalists and hospital staff present. British MPs have urged the government to take the strongest measures against Israel, including increasing sanctions and ceasing all trade. They argue that the current mortality rate for Palestinian journalists is extraordinarily high compared to other major conflicts. The administration announced that the government's record on Gaza is clear, noting that the state of Palestine has been recognized and negotiations on a trade deal with Israel have been suspended.

Sources