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PHOTOS: Outrage after Israel kills five journalists in ‘double-tap’ attack on Gaza hospital

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Israel is facing international condemnation after back-to-back strikes on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, killed five journalists, medical workers, and other civilians on Monday.

According to the Palestinian Ministry of Health, at least 20 people were killed, with many others injured, when Israeli forces carried out what observers have described as a “double-tap” strike—two consecutive attacks spaced minutes apart—on a hospital balcony used by journalists for reporting.

Dr. Mohammad Saqer, a hospital spokesman and head of nursing, confirmed that five journalists and four health workers died in the strikes. The journalists were identified as Mohammad Salama (Al Jazeera), Hussam Al-Masri (Reuters contractor), Mariam Abu Dagga (Associated Press and Independent Arabic), Moath Abu Taha (freelancer), and Ahmed Abu Aziz (freelancer). Gaza’s Civil Defense organization reported that one of its crew members was also killed.

Video from the scene showed medical workers and journalists documenting the aftermath of the first strike when a second explosion ripped through the building, causing chaos and panic.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) admitted striking the area, with spokesman Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin acknowledging that civilians, including journalists, were harmed. “The IDF does not intentionally target civilians,” he said, while describing the operating environment as an “extremely complex reality” and accusing Hamas of using hospitals for military purposes.

However, an Israeli security official revealed to local media that IDF forces had identified a camera on the hospital roof allegedly used by Hamas for surveillance, and that authorization was given to strike it. Instead, two tank shells were fired—one hitting the camera position and the other striking first responders who had rushed to the scene.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu conceded the deaths of journalists and emergency crews, calling the incident a “tragic mishap” and promising an investigation. “Israel values the work of journalists, medical staff, and all civilians. The military authorities are conducting a thorough investigation,” he said.

The attack has been described by the Foreign Press Association in Israel and the Palestinian Territories as “among the deadliest Israeli attacks on journalists working for international media since the Gaza war began,” calling it a “watershed moment.”

UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the killings and urged that civilians, journalists, and medical personnel be “protected at all times.” The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) accused Israel of committing “unlawful killings” and possible “war crimes.”

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) also denounced the strikes, describing them as a direct assault on “the only partially functioning public hospital in southern Gaza,” where staff had been forced to shelter as the building was repeatedly hit.

The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate called the attack a “heinous massacre” and accused Israeli forces of deliberately targeting media workers.

Since the start of the Gaza war, CPJ reports that 192 journalists have been killed, raising serious concerns about press freedom, accountability, and compliance with international humanitarian law.

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Oyo boxer, KBlaq stabbed to death during street fight

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An amateur boxer identified simply as Kehinde and popularly known as KBlaq has been stabbed to death during a street fight at Olodo Garage in Ibadan, Oyo State.

PUNCH Metro learnt on Monday that the incident occurred on Sunday, sparking outrage among social media users, who called for justice for the deceased.

According to accounts circulating online, the deceased was not initially involved in the fight, while the suspect allegedly appeared after the confrontation had ended and stabbed him in the neck with a broken bottle.

Kehinde, who was described by acquaintances as a boxer, reportedly succumbed to his injuries.

Several social media users expressed shock over the killing, with some claiming that the suspect was not among those involved in the initial fight.

An X user, @MVKAY2, wrote, “The person who stabbed him was not even involved in the fight, and they had stopped fighting already. Just one of those vile men wey the matter no concern came from nowhere and stabbed him.

“Before una start dropping different narratives, I wish he was with Z second. I wish he was never there.”

Another user, @omononaolapo, wrote, “Funny enough, this guy that stabbed him was not even among those that they were fighting.”

Similarly, @Tunde, who described the deceased as his brother, wrote, “Na my brother o. Ajeh. Olodo bike men can be very mean sometimes, and they were all there watching them fight.”

Another user, @Fela, added, “This was why I made this tweet earlier today. This boxer is my younger brother’s friend. I got to church yesterday and my brother told me someone killed his friend. I was shocked when he told me.”

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Also, @Pelumifundz, who described Kehinde as the younger brother of a friend, wrote, “This guy is a twin and my friend’s junior brother. He’s so gentle and doesn’t cause trouble. I would really love to know what happened that made the bikeman stab him in the neck. Anyways, rest in peace, Kenny. I know you won’t go without having justice. We will definitely get it for you.”

Confirming the incident on Monday, the spokesperson for the Oyo State Police Command, Olayinka Ayanlade, told our correspondent during a telephone interview that an investigation was ongoing.

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Terrorists abduct 14 Islamic school students in Niger

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Suspected terrorists have abducted 14 students in a Niger State Islamic school.

The incident reportedly happened on Saturday in Pandogari in Rafi Local Government Area.

The PUNCH learnt that the students were abducted while harvesting maize in their teacher’s farm when the terrorists invaded the farm.

The teacher was also reportedly kidnapped during the incident.

The spokesman of the Niger State police command, Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the incident on Monday, saying that the number of abducted students was 14 and not 50 as reported.

He also said a joint security mission was on a rescue mission, assuring that the abducted students would be rescued.

“On 31/10/2026 at about 12.30 pm, suspected bandits invaded Tungan-Bako village via Rafi LGA and abducted some persons working on the farm.

“The report further indicated that the abducted victims were about 14 students of an Islamiya helping their Mallam to harvest maize on the farm before the incident.

“However, joint security rescue efforts are ongoing; further developments will be communicated,” he said.

Meanwhile, the spokesman of the Social Democratic Party governorship candidate, Jonathan Vatsa, speaking on the incident, condemned Governor Mohammed Bago over his handling of the security situation in the state.

He lamented that the governor was busy with electioneering and had failed to protect lives and property.

“The security agencies in the state lack operational vehicles and other necessary equipment to confront the situation.

“The government is only there to issue statements either condemning every attack or condole with the people over the death of their loved ones without any cogent step to address the situation,” Vatsa said.

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Police hunt killers of Akwa Ibom woman lured to death

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The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has launched a manhunt for the killers of a woman, Unwana Okon, who was murdered in Oruk Anam Local Government Area of the state.

Okon, a resident of Ndot Village, was allegedly lured to Mbiaikot Village under the guise of buying Afang leaves before she was killed.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, disclosed this in a statement issued in Uyo on Sunday.

According to the police, the incident was reported at about 3.30pm on November 1, 2026, by the victim’s brother, identified as Eno.

John said Eno reported that his sister had received a telephone call from an unidentified person inviting her to Mbiaikot Village to sell Afang leaves.

She said, “The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has commenced an intensive investigation and launched a manhunt for the perpetrator(s) of the gruesome murder of one Unwana Okon, a female resident of Ndot Village, Oruk Anam Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State.

“The incident was reported on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at about 1530 hours, by one Eno, who informed the police that his sister, Unwana Okon, had received a telephone call from an unidentified individual inviting her to Mbiaikot Village under the pretext of purchasing Afang leaves.”

The police said Okon honoured the invitation but was later found dead, adding that her mobile phone and an undisclosed sum of money were taken by the assailants.

John said the state Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, had ordered a comprehensive investigation into the killing.

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She added that the commissioner directed the immediate transfer of the case from the Divisional Police Headquarters to the Command’s Violence Crime Response Unit for a specialised investigation.

“The Commissioner of Police has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the unfortunate incident and directed that the case be transferred immediately from the Divisional Police Headquarters to the command’s Violence Crime Response Unit for a thorough, specialised and coordinated investigation, with a view to ensuring the swift identification, arrest and prosecution of all persons found culpable,” the statement read.

The command condemned the killing, assuring residents that all operational and investigative resources would be deployed to apprehend those responsible.

It also urged residents of Oruk Anam and neighbouring communities to remain vigilant and provide credible information that could assist the investigation.

“The police further urge members of the public, particularly residents of Oruk Anam and neighbouring communities, to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious movements, persons or information that could assist the ongoing investigation.

“Anyone with credible information is encouraged to contact the nearest Police station or the Command through its established communication channels.

“The Akwa Ibom State Police Command reassures residents of its unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property and will not relent in its determination to rid the state of criminal elements,” part of the statement read.

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