On November 3, the Israeli military confirmed the strike on an ambulance in Gaza, arguing that it was being used by a Hamas terrorist cell. A military spokesperson stated that several Hamas operatives were killed in the attack and emphasized that they would release further details and share intelligence with cooperating agencies. They also claimed to have evidence showing Hamas using ambulances to transfer personnel and weapons.

The Israeli military described the area of the incident as a "battlefield" and urged civilians to evacuate towards the south. In stark contrast, the Gaza Health Ministry, controlled by Hamas, reported that 13 individuals were killed and another 26 injured due to the Israeli airstrike targeting ambulances transporting the wounded from the Shifa hospital, which has been a focal point during increased hostilities in the region.

This incident underscores the complex and violent nature of the ongoing conflict, raising significant humanitarian concerns regarding attacks on medical facilities and transportations. It also reflects the deepening tensions and the differing narratives about military actions taking place in Gaza, where both sides provide conflicting reports about the impact and strategic motivations behind such attacks.