Gaza: Reporting Under Fire
Journalists covering the Israeli-Gaza war bear witness to stories of tragedy, despair, and resilience. CFWIJ is following the work of journalists, especially women on the frontlines amidst the relentless torrents of war and civil unrest, risking their lives to shed light on the truth.
Since October 7, 2023, at least 95 journalists have been killed, 18 were women. 16 journalists were reported injured, 4 journalists were reported missing, 25 journalists were reported arrested.
Section 1: Women Journalists on the Frontline
Stay up to date on the latest news brought to you by courageous women journalists reporting from the frontline across Gaza and Israel on this exclusive, vetted Twitter list. These journalists bring you direct access to voices, perspectives and scenes from the unfolding tragic crises in the region.
If you are following the #Gaza coverage, look out for this list of #womenjournos covering the story on the ground. It’s one of the most dangerous frontlines in 2023, and here are some of the most reliable journalists bravely bringing you the story. https://t.co/vq6W0Z77ha
— #WomenInJournalism (@CFWIJ) October 12, 2023
Section 2: Press Under Attack: Murdered and Injured
Since October 7, 2023, at least 87 journalists have been killed, 18 were women. 16 journalists were reported injured, 4 journalists were reported missing, 25 journalists were reported arrested.
CFWIJ has been closely monitoring the situation in the region and making concerted efforts to provide assistance to journalists.
Salam Mema
Killed
Israeli airstrike on the Jabalia refugee camp, north of Gaza, struck the home of journalist Salam Mema and family on October 9, 2023. Mema was trapped under rubble for four days before rescue workers could reach the lifeless body of the journalist. Her death was confirmed on October 13, 2023.
Ayelet Arnin
Killed
Hamas killed 22-year-old news editor Ayelet Arnin during the Supernova music festival massacre in south Israel on October 7, 2023. Approximately 260 people are confirmed dead. Arnin was a sub-editor for the evening news edition at public broadcaster Kan 11.
Shai Regev
Killed
Shai Regev, an entertainment reporter, was killed by Hamas during the Supernova music festival massacre on October 7, 2023. Regev, known for her work at TMI, was confirmed dead on October 14, 2023, after a week of anguish for her loved ones.
Duaa Sharaf
Killed
On October 26, 2023, Israeli airstrikes targeted the Al-Zawaida area in central Gaza, killing Palestinian journalist Duaa Sharaf and her young daughter. Her death was confirmed by Al-Aqsa Radio, which is operated by Hamas, where Duaa Sharaf worked as a radio presenter.
Salma Mukhaimer
Killed
Freelance journalist Salma Mukhaimer was killed alongside her child in an Israeli bombardment on Rafah on October 25, 2023.
Alaa Taher Al Hassanat
Killed
Seasoned reporter and presenter at AlMajedat Media Network, Alaa Taher Al Hassanat was killed along with multiple family members when an airstrike hit her home in Gaza City's Al-Daraj neighborhood on November 20, 2023.
Ayat Khadoura
Killed
Following Israeli bombing of her home in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza on November 20, 2023 freelance journalist Ayat Khadoura died. In a haunting video posted shortly before her death, Al-Khadour expressed her fear for her life amid the constant bombing.
Farah Omar
Killed
On November 21, 2023, Al-Mayadeen reporter Farah Omar and her colleague were fatally struck by a missile shortly after concluding a live broadcast from Tayr Harfa in southern Lebanon. Al Mayadeen has blamed Israel for deliberately targeting its journalists, alleging that the strike involved two rockets fired by an Israeli warplane.
Amal Zohd
Killed
Amal Zohd, who collaborated with Al-Jazeera and Al Mayadeen, and her family were killed in the early hours of November 24, 2023, in an Israeli air attack on their home in Gaza City.
Shima El-Gazzar
Killed
On December 3, 2023 journalist Shima El-Gazzar, who worked for Al-Majedat media network, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on her residence in Rafah city.
Ola Atallah
Killed
On December 9, Palestinian journalist Ola Atallah was killed by an Israeli airstrike on a relative's house in the Ed-Derc district, east of Gaza City. Local sources report that several members of Atallah's family also perished in the same attack. Atallah, who had previously served as a correspondent for Anadolu Agency (AA), had worked for various local and international media organizations throughout her career.
Dua al-Cebbur
Killed
Journalist Dua al-Cebbur, along with her husband and children, were killed on December 9, by an Israeli airstrike on Khan Younis, as reported by the Palestinian Union of Journalists. Cebbur was working with the local Media Eye Network.
Nermin Qawwas
Killed
On December 13, 2023, Nermin Qawwas, who worked with Russia Today, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on her home. According to reports by the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate, Qawwas lost her life when a bomb struck her home.
Hanan Ayyad
Killed
Digital creator Hanan Ayyad was killed on December 13, 2023. According to witnesses, Ayyad, her husband, and two children were killed by an Israeli shell that hit the area of the Old City of Gaza.
Haneen Ali al-Qutshan
Killed
Palestinian journalist Haneen Ali al-Qutshan was tragically killed on Sunday, December 17, 2023, during an Israeli air strike on the Nuseirat refugee camp. Additionally, an unknown number of her family members also perished in the attack.
Hiba al-Abadla
Killed
Journalist Hiba al-Abadla and her daughter Judy were killed by an Israeli airstrike on their home in Khan Younis on January 9, 2024.
Alaa Hassan Al-Hams
Killed
During the ongoing Israeli assault on the Gaza Strip, Palestinian journalist Alaa Hassan Al-Hams was tragically killed by an airstrike on February 12, 2024. Al-Hams was employed by the local Sanad News Agency in Rafah.
Angham Ahmed Adwan
Killed
During the ongoing Israeli assault on the Gaza Strip, Palestinian journalist Alaa Hassan Al-Hams was tragically killed by an airstrike on February 12, 2024. Al-Hams was employed by the local Sanad News Agency in Rafah.
Christina Assi
Injured
Covering the back-and-forth shelling near Alma Al-Shaab, AFP’s journalist Christina Assi is critically injured by Israeli airstrikes. The targeted attack kills Reuter’s videographer Issam Abdallah and injures six other journalists, all clearly identifiable as press.
Ola Al Zaanoon
Injured
Reporter’s Without Border’s correspondent in Gaza, Ola Al Zaanoon, was hospitalized with a leg injury following an Israeli bombardment in south Gaza. She was injured after evacuating her home in Gaza City to Khan Younis.
Carmen Joukhadar
Injured
Israeli missiles strike news crews near Alma al-Shaab, Lebanon, injuring Al Jazeera’s Carmen Joukhadar. Car of Al Jazeera’s crew set ablaze. The strike on October 13 killed Issam Abdallah of Reuters and injured six more journalists representing various media organizations.
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