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RTS Cancels Gaza Journalism Award, Faces Backlash

3/9/2025

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The Royal Television Society (RTS) sparked outrage by canceling a special award for Gaza journalists at the UK Television Journalism Awards. Critics argue this move silences Palestinian voices during a critical time, especially following a contentious BBC documentary that has intensified fears over media bias and the perilous conditions faced by journalists in Gaza.

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The Royal Television Society (RTS) sparked outrage by canceling a special award for Gaza journalists at the UK Television Journalism Awards. Critics argue this move silences Palestinian voices during a critical time, especially following a contentious BBC documentary that has intensified fears over media bias and the perilous conditions faced by journalists in Gaza.