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February 10, 2025 – Palestine/Israel –
Israeli military actions in Gaza resulted in the deaths of at least seven Palestinian journalists, marking a significant escalation in the conflict’s toll on media professionals. The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate identified the victims as Omar al-Diraoui, Saed Abu Nabhan, Ahlam al-Taluli, Mohammed Bashir al-Talmis, Aqel Saleh, Ahmed al-Shiah, and Ahmed Hisham Abu al-Rus. Additionally, nine family members of media workers were killed, and six journalists’ homes were destroyed during the same period.
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has documented over 210 journalist fatalities since the onset of the conflict in October 2023, making it the deadliest period for journalists since records began in 1992. Reports indicate that many of these media workers were killed in targeted attacks, raising concerns about potential violations of international law.
In response to these incidents, the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate reported at least 110 Israeli violations against the press in January alone. These included detentions, interrogations, physical assaults, and the obstruction of journalistic activities across Gaza and the West Bank. Furthermore, 17 journalists suffered from tear gas asphyxiation and stun grenades while covering Israeli military actions.
International organizations such as the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and Reporters Without Borders have condemned these attacks and called for immediate investigations into the deaths of journalists. The IFJ has documented at least 152 journalist and media worker fatalities in Gaza, emphasizing the urgent need for accountability.
These developments underscore the escalating dangers faced by journalists in conflict zones and highlight the critical importance of protecting press freedom and ensuring the safety of media professionals worldwide.
Reference –
https://en.apa.az/asia/israeli-forces-killed-7-palestinian-journalists-in-gaza-in-january-460168
