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Augst 25, 2025 – Palestine –
Tragedy struck the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis when an Israeli airstrike killed at least 14 people, among them four journalists whose deaths underscored the peril faced by media workers in Gaza. The victims were Mariam Abu Daqqa, a respected local journalist; Mohammed Salama, a cameraman for Al Jazeera; Hossam al-Masri, a Reuters photographer; and Moaz Abu Taha, a photojournalist known for documenting the war’s human toll. Their deaths, confirmed by multiple outlets and rights groups, highlight the deliberate dangers endured by those who bear witness in conflict zones.
Reports described the incident as a “double-tap” strike, a method where one attack is followed by a second strike minutes later, hitting rescuers, medics, and journalists who rush to the scene. The first blast targeted the hospital’s fourth floor, killing and wounding patients. As emergency workers and reporters converged to cover and assist, the second strike hit, killing the journalists and others present. This tactic has long been criticized as a violation of international humanitarian law, as it magnifies civilian suffering and directly endangers first responders and media professionals.
Each journalist brought a distinct and vital contribution to reporting from Gaza. Mariam Abu Daqqa had been recognized for her local reporting, giving voice to her community. Mohammed Salama was an Al Jazeera cameraman dedicated to showing the devastation of Israeli bombings with courage and clarity. Hossam al-Masri’s work with Reuters had captured some of the most powerful images of Gaza’s war, and he continued to report despite repeated threats. Moaz Abu Taha, through his photographs, documented the suffering of malnourished children and grieving families, offering the world stark images of life under siege.
Their deaths are not isolated incidents but part of a broader pattern in which Gaza’s journalists have been systematically endangered. Rights organizations warn that the killing of media workers erodes global accountability, leaving atrocities unrecorded. For Al Jazeera, Reuters, and local outlets, the loss is both professional and deeply personal, depriving their teams of colleagues who risked everything to report the truth.
The strike on Nasser Medical Complex silenced four voices dedicated to documenting reality, leaving a chilling reminder of how journalism itself is under attack in Gaza.
Reference –
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/breaking-israel-strike-gaza-hospital-35786813
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