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Freelance Journalist Linked to Hamas Killed in Airstrike

5/20/2025

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A shocking revelation emerged as Israeli Defense Forces uncovered a Hamas document linking freelance journalist Hassan Aslih to the militant group as a propaganda operative. Tragically killed in an airstrike, Aslih had infiltrated Israel during the October 7 attacks. Following these allegations, major news outlets CNN and the Associated Press severed ties with him.

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A shocking revelation emerged as Israeli Defense Forces uncovered a Hamas document linking freelance journalist Hassan Aslih to the militant group as a propaganda operative. Tragically killed in an airstrike, Aslih had infiltrated Israel during the October 7 attacks. Following these allegations, major news outlets CNN and the Associated Press severed ties with him.