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world-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Israel Joins List of Worst Jailers of Journalists"

Israel has been added to the Committee to Protect Journalists' list of "worst jailers of journalists" for the first time, alongside authoritarian states like Iran, China, and Myanmar. The report highlights the detention of Palestinian journalists without trial during the recent conflict in Gaza, reflecting a broader crackdown on free speech and criticism of the war. The practice of administrative detention by the Israeli military allows for prolonged imprisonment without charge, leaving detainees helpless and facing unknown allegations. The CPJ also documented numerous incidents of journalists being targeted in Israel and Palestine, including assaults, threats, cyberattacks, and censorship.

via The Guardian|

#cpj #israel #journalists

conflictpress-freedom2 years ago•4 min saved

Media Coverage of Israel-Hamas Conflict: A Critical Examination

At least 31 journalists, including their families, have been killed since the start of the Israel-Hamas war, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ). The death toll includes 26 Palestinian journalists, four Israelis, and one Lebanese member. Journalists in the region are facing unprecedented threats and dangers, with some documenting the situation while expressing their fear of death. The Israeli Defense Force (IDF) has been accused of directly targeting journalists, and the IDF's unwillingness to guarantee their safety has raised concerns about press freedom. The deaths of dozens of reporters have sparked accusations against Israel, with critics pointing to previous incidents of journalists being killed by Israeli fire without accountability.

via Yahoo News|

#conflictpress-freedom #cpj #gaza