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67 Journalists Killed in Gaza Amid Rising Tensions

12/22/2025

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Reporters Without Borders reports that in 2025, 67 media professionals were killed in Gaza.
The Israel Defense Forces targeted Anas al-Sharif, a prominent Palestinian journalist, and labeled him a Hamas terrorist.
The targeting and misinformation illustrate a broader trend of discrediting journalists through unsubstantiated allegations.
Because press access to Gaza remains restricted, UN officials warn that the situation could worsen in 2026.

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Reporters Without Borders reports that in 2025, 67 media professionals were killed in Gaza.
The Israel Defense Forces targeted Anas al-Sharif, a prominent Palestinian journalist, and labeled him a Hamas terrorist.
The targeting and misinformation illustrate a broader trend of discrediting journalists through unsubstantiated allegations.
Because press access to Gaza remains restricted, UN officials warn that the situation could worsen in 2026.