Israeli Military's Targeting of Journalists and Families in Gaza Sparks Outrage and Concern

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has accused the Israeli military of targeting journalists and their families in Gaza, resulting in the highest death toll of media workers in any recent conflict. The CPJ documented at least 68 journalists and media workers killed since the Hamas cross-border attack in October. The CPJ expressed concern over the apparent pattern of targeting journalists and their families by the Israeli military, calling for an end to the impunity in such cases. Reporters Without Borders also warned that journalism is being eradicated in Gaza due to Israel's refusal to protect media personnel. Israel denies targeting journalists, claiming to only target Hamas. The CPJ called for more transparency from Israel regarding the rules of engagement for soldiers dealing with media workers.