Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 8/26/25: IDF Double-Tap Strike on Gaza Hospital Kills 5 Journalists, US Launches Strikes in Somalia, and More
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Aug 26, 2025 A devastating double-tap airstrike on a Gaza hospital results in the tragic deaths of journalists, sparking intense scrutiny of military actions against media personnel. The humanitarian crisis deepens, affecting children suffering from malnutrition. Voices highlighting the struggles of Palestinians reveal shocking injustices faced by detained minors. Additionally, U.S. airstrikes in Somalia unfold amidst global military maneuvers, while diplomatic challenges in the East intensify, showcasing the complex geopolitical landscape involving North Korea and Ukraine.
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Double-Tap Strike Killed Journalists
- The IDF carried out a filmed double-tap strike on Nasser Hospital killing 20 people including five journalists.
- Dave DeCamp frames the strike as deliberate and part of an IDF pattern of hitting first then rescuers.
Cameraman Husam Almasri Killed
- Reuters contractor Husam Almasri was killed near a live Reuters broadcasting position on the hospital's upper floor.
- DeCamp notes he recognized Almasri's photos used by Antiwar.com in prior stories.
IDF Explanation Deemed Implausible
- Israeli military claimed it targeted a 'Hamas camera' and then fired again to ensure destruction.
- DeCamp calls that explanation absurd and highlights journalists sheltering near hospitals for Wi-Fi and safety.
