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August 12, 2025 – Palestine –
An Israeli airstrike near al‑Shifa Hospital in Gaza City killed five Al Jazeera journalists, including Anas al‑Sharif, Mohammed Qreiqeh, Ibrahim Zaher, Mohammed Noufal, and Moamen Aliwa, prompting a surge of international outrage and calls for accountability. Condemnations were swift and widespread, spearheaded by a diverse coalition of global institutions, governments, and media watchdogs.
Major Organisations & Countries Condemning the Attack:
- Al Jazeera Media Network called it a “targeted assassination” aimed at silencing the truth.
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The United Nations (Secretary‑General António Guterres and UN Human Rights Office) condemned the killings and demanded an independent investigation.
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UNRWA head Philippe Lazzarini highlighted the assault on journalists as a deliberate attempt to silence reporting.
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The European Union strongly denounced the strike and called for evidence regarding Israeli allegations.
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Reporters Without Borders (RSF), CPJ, and the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) reiterated that journalists are civilians protected under international law.
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Qatar’s Prime Minister described the killings as a shocking violation of press freedom.
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Palestinian entities, including the Palestinian UN Mission and Hamas, framed the strike as a targeted attempt to eradicate independent journalism in Gaza.
The deaths of the Al Jazeera crew have sparked a rare wave of international outrage. Global watchdogs, humanitarian groups, and foreign governments alike stressed that journalists must be protected and that attacks on the press in conflict zones cannot be tolerated. This unified response highlights journalism’s vital role in war, documenting events, demanding accountability, and safeguarding truth in the face of extreme danger.
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