The targeting of Palestinian journalists by Israel continues as the death toll rises.
The recent killing of journalist Abdullah Shakshak in Gaza marks the 173rd journalist targeted by Israel since October 7. Shakshak was reportedly killed by an Israeli quadcopter drone in Rafah, south of the Strip. The Gaza government media office condemned the murder and urged the international community to hold Israel accountable for its actions against journalists.
Journalist Abdullah Shakshak was shot and killed by an Israeli military quadcopter in Rafah earlier today, according to medical sources pic.twitter.com/dp5ZYlcubP
— Quds News Network (@QudsNen) September 14, 2024
International media organizations have called on the EU to take action against Israel’s violations of media freedom. Meanwhile, the US has been urged to stop providing weapons to Israel, holding it accountable for atrocities committed in Gaza.
As the conflict in Gaza escalates, with thousands of casualties and widespread displacement, the international community faces increasing pressure to address the ongoing crisis.