Israel’s attack on journalists in Gaza continues with the shooting of Al Jazeera cameraman Fadi al-Wahidi in the neck while reporting from Jabalia. This incident marks the second Al Jazeera cameraman hit by Israeli fire this week. Al-Wahidi was critically injured and taken to al-Ahli Hospital for treatment, along with another journalist.
Al Jazeera condemned the attack, calling it a grave violation against journalists in Gaza. The network urged the international community to take action to ensure the safety of journalists and civilians and hold the Israeli forces accountable for their repeated crimes against journalists.
This attack on journalists is part of a pattern, with more than 175 media workers killed during the current conflict in Gaza. The Israeli military has been accused of targeting journalists, including those clearly identified as press members, in violation of international laws protecting journalists in war zones.
The targeting of journalists is a serious violation of press freedom, with press freedom groups pointing to a pattern of Israel killing clearly identified journalists and then claiming they were armed fighters. The Israeli military has been accused of trying to cover up attacks on journalists by falsely claiming they were combatants.
This attack on journalists highlights the dangers faced by media workers in conflict zones and underscores the need for immediate action to ensure their safety. The international community must hold Israel accountable for its actions and work to prevent further attacks on journalists in Gaza.
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