Israeli writer and academic Idan Lando, known for his critical stance toward his government’s policies, posted a sarcastic tweet on the social media platform X on the evening of June 19, 2025, criticizing the official Israeli government narrative regarding the Soroka Hospital incident in Be’er Sheva.
In his tweet, which garnered over 4,100 views by 9:37 PM Morocco time, Lando stated:
“Israel did not only bomb hospitals in the Gaza Strip, but also schools, universities, libraries, agricultural greenhouses, water tanks, rescue vehicles, water desalination plants, food warehouses, markets, public buildings, and more. I hope the Iranians haven’t heard all this.”
Lando’s tweet sharply mocks the government’s attempt to downplay the extent of the damage caused to Soroka Hospital following a wide-scale Iranian missile attack, which reportedly inflicted severe damage to the facility and caused hazardous material leaks, according to Israeli media reports. The attack resulted in numerous injuries and the complete evacuation of the hospital amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.
This statement comes amid growing controversy over the humanitarian situation in Gaza, highlighting the widespread destruction of vital infrastructure and drawing criticism both domestically and internationally toward Israeli policies.
Idan Lando is considered a prominent critical voice in Israeli public discourse, using his platform to comment on issues he views as unjust, thereby reinforcing his role as a commentator shedding light on the humanitarian and political dimensions of regional conflicts.
It is worth noting that Soroka Hospital was directly hit by an Iranian missile strike, causing significant damage, hazardous leaks, multiple injuries, and evacuation, according to official Israeli media sources, while military and political developments between the parties continue to unfold.