Palestinian journalist Hassan Hamad was killed in an Israeli air strike on his home in the Jabalia refugee camp, bringing the number of journalists killed in the Gaza conflict to 175. The 19-year-old had been warned by an Israeli officer to stop filming in Gaza just days before his death. Colleagues and the Government Media Office in Gaza confirmed Hamad’s death, stating that his home was deliberately attacked to silence him after he received threats. Hamad, who had been documenting the war in Gaza for over a year, was known for his work on various networks including Al Jazeera. A colleague described Hamad’s dedication to his work, highlighting his efforts to share the reality of the conflict despite the risks involved.
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) reported that at least 128 journalists and media workers have been killed since Israel launched the war on Gaza in October 2023. The government of Israel has not commented on Hamad’s death. CPJ Program Director Carlos Martinez de la Serna expressed concern about the impact of targeted attacks on journalists, noting that each loss diminishes access to the truth. He called for accountability for those responsible and emphasized the importance of protecting journalists in conflict zones. Hamas, the Palestinian militant group that governs the Gaza Strip, issued a statement condemning the attack on Hamad and calling for an investigation into his death. The international community has also expressed concern over the increasing number of journalists killed in the ongoing conflict.
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