An Israeli strike hit Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis early Thursday, Nov. 12, killing at least six people, including surgeon Rezik Abushira, and injuring more than 20, Gaza authorities and hospital officials said.
Gaza’s Civil Defence first reported five deaths, then raised the toll to six. The hospital also confirmed that six people had died. Gaza Civil Defence said the strike hit the second floor of the Al-Yasin building, which houses the hospital’s surgery department.
Hospital officials reported damage to the surgery and intensive-care wards. Medics identified Abushira as the surgeon who was killed. Reuters reported that the Israeli military had not yet commented on the strike.
According to Anadolu Agency, Israeli Army Radio described the strike as an “assassination operation” but gave no more details. The attack took place during a ceasefire that began in October 2025. Israel and Hamas have continued to accuse each other of breaking the agreement.