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Since the outbreak of conflict, over 200 Palestinian journalists have been killed in Gaza—a staggering number that exceeds casualties in most other post-World War II conflicts. This grim statistic illustrates the perilous environment for journalists operating amid war, where coverage is often scrutinized, restricted, or used as a tool of propaganda.
The targeting or killing of journalists, whether justified or mistaken, damages the global perception of the conflict and raises critical questions about safeguards for those documenting the war. If Al-Shariff’s death is proven to be a wrongful killing—especially if he was not involved in combat activities—it would mark a significant escalation in war crimes committed against the press.