Washington, D.C. – As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lands in the United States for meetings with former President Donald Trump, international outrage grows over disturbing reports that journalists in Gaza are being systematically targeted by Israeli forces.
A recent Al Jazeera investigation reveals that numerous Palestinian journalists have been targeted, killed, and even burned alive while reporting on the ongoing war in Gaza. The report, based on testimonies from survivors, families, and field data, alleges deliberate attacks on media workers — raising urgent questions about press freedom and war crimes.
Chilling Pattern of Attacks on Journalists
According to Al Jazeera, more than 100 journalists have been killed in Gaza since the conflict began in October 2023 — making it one of the deadliest conflicts for media professionals in modern history. The report details harrowing incidents where journalists were reportedly tracked, bombed, or shot while clearly identified as press.
One journalist was allegedly killed while fleeing with his family, another burned alive inside a media office. Several survivors claim their vehicles or shelters were marked as “PRESS” — yet were directly struck by Israeli air raids.
Netanyahu’s U.S. Visit Sparks Backlash
As Netanyahu meets Trump in Washington, D.C., human rights organizations and press freedom advocates are demanding accountability. Critics say the Israeli government must explain the high death toll among media workers and address evidence suggesting a pattern of deliberate targeting.
“This is not collateral damage — it’s a campaign to silence coverage of atrocities,” said a spokesperson from Reporters Without Borders.
Meanwhile, Netanyahu’s U.S. visit appears aimed at reinforcing diplomatic and security ties with Trump, a long-time ally. The visit has been widely criticized for ignoring the escalating humanitarian and ethical crises unfolding in Gaza.
Calls for International Investigation
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and several watchdog groups are now urging the United Nations and the International Criminal Court to launch independent investigations into Israel’s actions.
Press organizations worldwide are also calling for immediate protection guarantees for media workers in Gaza, as journalists continue to risk their lives to document the devastation.
