Netanyahu calls Gaza hospital bombing 'tragic mishap'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday called the Israeli double-bombing of Nasser Hospital in Gaza a "tragic mishap" and that Israel "regrets" its action.

Five journalists were killed among 21 victims overall, with several others severely wounded.

"Israel deeply regrets the tragic mishap that occurred today at the Nasser Hospital in Gaza. Israel values the work of journalists, medical staff, and all civilians. The military authorities are conducting a thorough investigation," Netanyahu wrote on X. 

"Our war is with Hamas terrorists. Our just goals are defeating Hamas and bringing our hostages home," he said. 

Earlier, Israeli military spokesperson BG Effie Defrin said in a video statement that "the IDF does not intentionally target civilians. Hamas began this war, and created impossible conditions".