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CPJ: 129 Journalists Killed in 2025, Israel Responsible for Two-Thirds

2/27/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) reports 129 journalists killed globally in 2025, with Israel responsible for two-thirds of the deaths.
The majority of victims were Palestinian media workers in Gaza.
The report notes a rise in drone attacks, with Israel accounting for over 70% of the 39 drone-related journalist fatalities.
CPJ calls for reforms to protect journalists and hold perpetrators accountable, warning that inaction could lead to more killings.

History

Historical Context

The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists was established by the UN in 2013 to address the dangers faced by media professionals. In 2025, the Committee to Protect Journalists reported that 129 journalists were killed globally, with Israel responsible for two-thirds of these deaths, reflecting a troubling trend of violence against journalists, particularly in conflict zones like Gaza.

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Story summary

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) reports 129 journalists killed globally in 2025, with Israel responsible for two-thirds of the deaths.
The majority of victims were Palestinian media workers in Gaza.
The report notes a rise in drone attacks, with Israel accounting for over 70% of the 39 drone-related journalist fatalities.
CPJ calls for reforms to protect journalists and hold perpetrators accountable, warning that inaction could lead to more killings.

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