‘Substantial evidence’ of double-tap strike in killing of Gaza’s Hind Rajab

Al Jazeera Human RightsNews ReportEN 5 min read 100% complete by Graham KeeleyMarch 23, 2026 at 01:27 PM

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A report by Avaaz alleges that the killing of five-year-old Hind Rajab and two paramedics in Gaza on January 29, 2024, was a deliberate "double-tap" strike by the Israeli army. Hind was trapped in a car with deceased relatives, and a Red Crescent ambulance was dispatched after clearance from the Israeli military. The ambulance, with sirens active, was struck by Israeli tank fire, killing the paramedics. Avaaz's analysis of the timeline suggests the strike violated international combat law, including the Geneva Conventions, by targeting emergency responders. The report documents over 40 human rights violations, arguing they demonstrate a pattern of deliberately targeting medical personnel. The remains of the nine victims were recovered 12 days later.

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Two paramedics were killed when their marked ambulance came under Israeli tank fire.

factual — Al Jazeera100% confidence

Hind Rajab, a five-year-old girl, was killed in Gaza on January 29, 2024.

factual — Al Jazeera100% confidence

More than 1,500 healthcare workers have been killed during Israel’s war on Gaza.

statistic — Al Jazeera90% confidence

Avaaz analysis found evidence that the killings contravened international combat law.

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There is substantial evidence of a deliberate ‘double-tap’ tactic.

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Rome Statute 30% Al Jazeera 30% United Kingdom 40% Geneva Conventions 40% Gaza City 50% Red Crescent 50% Israeli military 60% Avaaz ×270% Israel ×270% Gaza Strip ×280% Hind Rajab ×590%

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double-tap strike 100% hind rajab 90% israeli military 80% emergency responders 70% gaza 70% red crescent 60% international combat law 60% avaaz 50% human rights violations 50%

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Gaza

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