The New York Times confirmed Hamas used a tunnel under the European Gaza Hospital, initially doubting its existence. The article frames the tunnel's discovery not as condemnation of Hamas's actions, but as a clashing narrative: Israelis view it as Hamas's abuse of civilians, while Palestinians see it as Israel's disregard for civilian life. This follows similar reporting from other mainstream outlets showing concern for Hamas's perspective, even after debunked claims. The IDF stated that Hamas's actions left them with no alternative but to target the hospital.

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