Hamas has confirmed its military operations are being conducted inside Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis, Gaza, according to a summons for interrogation sent to a Gazan resident at the end of April. The summons explicitly stated that the interrogation would take place within the hospital premises, highlighting the group's acknowledgment of its military activities in a civilian healthcare facility.
During the same period, the Director of the Nursing Department at Nasser Hospital reported receiving death threats from the military wing of Islamic Jihad. This intimidation reportedly occurred after the director requested that armed militants refrain from taking refuge inside the hospital, underscoring the dangerous dynamics between armed groups and healthcare institutions in the region.
This revelation raises serious concerns regarding the safety of patients and medical staff at Nasser Hospital. The facility, already strained by ongoing conflict, now faces the additional peril of being a military target due to the presence of armed groups within its walls.
As the situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, the implications of these military activities on civilian safety remain critical. The international community is closely monitoring the developments, particularly in light of similar situations in conflict zones around the world, such as the recent developments in Ukraine and the escalating tensions there.
