Journalists We Lost

Journalists We Lost pays tribute to journalists who gave their lives in pursuit of truth, including victims of violence, terrorism, and work-related risks. Explore stories of courageous media professionals whose careers were tragically cut short, highlighting the dangers journalists face and the vital importance of press freedom. This continuously updated memorial honors their dedication and sacrifices for journalism.

Yemeni photojournalist killed covering Marib fighting

Yemeni photojournalist killed covering Marib fighting

 Published 8 hours ago:  Yemeni freelance photojournalist Abdulrahman al-Houri was killed while covering fighting in Marib, the journalists’ syndicate says.

Assam journalist found dead after 11 days missing

Assam journalist found dead after 11 days missing

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Senior video journalist Sukhendu Rai Choudhury was found dead in a forest in Assam on October 16, 11 days after he went missing; no cause has been reported.

Bangladesh journalist shot dead; motive unknown

Bangladesh journalist shot dead; motive unknown

 Published 3 weeks ago:  Journalist Lutfozzaman Fakir Alif was shot dead by attackers on a motorcycle in Durgapur, Netrokona on Oct 15, 2026; police are probing the attack and motive.

Award-winning Pakistani cartoonist Shujaat Ali dies

Award-winning Pakistani cartoonist Shujaat Ali dies

 Published last month:  Shujaat Ali, an award-winning Pakistani political cartoonist and caricaturist, died of a reported heart attack on October 6 near his Bhara Kahu home; he was known for political cartoons, courtroom and aviation illustrations.

Police investigate journalist's death inside newsroom

Police investigate journalist's death inside newsroom

 Published last month:  Police are investigating the death of senior journalist Pulak Chatterjee after his body was found hanging inside the Samakal Barishal bureau on September 11; autopsy and further inquiries are ongoing.

Somali journalist dies after being shot in Baidoa

Somali journalist dies after being shot in Baidoa

 Published 2 months ago:  Journalist Bashir Mohamed Abdullahi died Sept 7 from gunshot wounds after unknown masked men stopped and shot him in Baidoa; journalists called for a probe.

Yemeni TV journalist killed in car bombing

Yemeni TV journalist killed in car bombing

 Published 4 months ago:  A Yemeni television journalist for Al Arabiya and Al Hadath was killed in a car bombing in Mukalla on June 25, prompting authorities and the Presidential Leadership Council to launch an official investigation.

Al Jazeera cameraman killed in Gaza sparks outrage

Al Jazeera cameraman killed in Gaza sparks outrage

 Published 4 months ago:  Al Jazeera cameraman Ahmed Wishah was killed in Gaza, prompting condemnation from press freedom groups and calls to protect journalists in conflict zones.

Journalists demand probe into reporter Lala Asrafeel killing

Journalists demand probe into reporter Lala Asrafeel killing

 Published 5 months ago:  BUJ demands a transparent probe after journalist Lala Asrafeel was killed in Musa Khel, urging authorities to find motive and bring the perpetrators to justice.

CPJ urges justice after Philippine radio journalist killed

CPJ urges justice after Philippine radio journalist killed

 Published 5 months ago:  CPJ urged Philippine authorities to investigate the killing of radio reporter Nestor Micator, prosecute those responsible, and end impunity for press attacks.

CPJ urges probe into Rwanda YouTuber death in custody

CPJ urges probe into Rwanda YouTuber death in custody

 Published 6 months ago:  CPJ calls for an independent probe into the death of Rwandan YouTuber Aimable Karasira Uzaramba, who died during pre-release procedures amid reports of a medication overdose.

Philippines journalist killing sparks probe calls

Philippines journalist killing sparks probe calls

 Published 6 months ago:  RJ Nichole Ledesma, a journalist, was killed in Negros Occidental in an army operation, prompting calls for an independent probe and concerns over press safety.

Lebanese reporter killed in Israeli strikes

Lebanese reporter killed in Israeli strikes

 Published 6 months ago:  A Lebanese reporter was killed covering Israeli airstrikes near the Lebanon-Israel border, highlighting rising dangers for media in frontline areas.

Israel continues targeting journalists, kills three more

Israel continues targeting journalists, kills three more

 Published 7 months ago:  Three journalists were killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza and Lebanon on April 8, drawing CPJ condemnation and heightening concerns about attacks on the press.

Israeli bombardment kills three journalists in Lebanon

Israeli bombardment kills three journalists in Lebanon

 Published 7 months ago:  An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed three journalists, prompting condemnation and renewing concerns about reporters' safety in the widening conflict.

Israeli strike kills Lebanese journalist, probe urged

Israeli strike kills Lebanese journalist, probe urged

 Published 7 months ago:  An Israeli strike on Nabatieh killed Lebanese journalist Hussain Hamood on March 25, prompting calls for an impartial international probe into the incident.

Israel strike kills prominent Lebanese journalist in Beirut

Israel strike kills prominent Lebanese journalist in Beirut

 Published 7 months ago:  An Israeli airstrike on March 18 hit a residential building in central Beirut, killing Al-Manar programming director Mohamed Sherri and his wife.

Somalia police arrest officer after journalist shot dead

Somalia police arrest officer after journalist shot dead

 Published 8 months ago:  Somalia arrested a regional police officer accused of fatally shooting journalist Abshir Khalif Shide Omar in Kismayo, prompting a rare, fast investigation.

Journalist Tufail Ahmed Rind shot dead in Mirpur Mathelo ambush

Journalist Tufail Ahmed Rind shot dead in Mirpur Mathelo ambush

 Published last year:  Journalist Tufail Ahmed Rind was shot dead in an ambush while driving his children to school in Mirpur Mathelo, prompting calls for justice.

Journalist Imtiaz Mir shot in Karachi, dies during treatment

Journalist Imtiaz Mir shot in Karachi, dies during treatment

 Published last year:  Journalist Imtiaz Mir dies from injuries sustained in a gun attack in Karachi, prompting a police investigation and statements from officials.

Senior DawnNews journalist Khawar Husain found dead in Sanghar

Senior DawnNews journalist Khawar Husain found dead in Sanghar

 Published last year:  Khawar Husain, a senior journalist with DawnNews, was found dead in his car in Sanghar with a gunshot wound, prompting an investigation.

Baloch journalist Latif Sajidi killed in targeted attack in Awaran

Baloch journalist Latif Sajidi killed in targeted attack in Awaran

 Published last year:  Baloch journalist Abdul Latif Sajidi was killed in a targeted attack at his home in Awaran, raising concerns over press freedom in the region.

Sindhi journalist AD Shar brutally murdered, PFUJ declares three-day mourning

Sindhi journalist AD Shar brutally murdered, PFUJ declares three-day mourning

 Published last year:  Sindhi journalist AD Shar was violently murdered by unidentified assailants in Khairpur, prompting a three-day mourning declared by PFUJ.

Punjab journalist shot and killed by motorcycle attackers

Punjab journalist shot and killed by motorcycle attackers

 Published 1 years ago:  Journalist Malik Zafar Iqbal Naich was shot dead in Rahim Yar Khan, highlighting increasing dangers for media professionals in Pakistan.

Pakistan loses 11th journalist this year as violence escalates in border region

Pakistan loses 11th journalist this year as violence escalates in border region

 Published 1 years ago:  Jinan Hussain, a journalist, was tragically killed in Pakistan's Lower Kurram district, marking the 11th journalist death in 2024 amid escalating violence.

Chief Minister orders action after journalist Mohammed Bachal's murder

Chief Minister orders action after journalist Mohammed Bachal's murder

 Published 2 years ago:  Sindh Chief Minister orders immediate action following journalist Mohammed Bachal's murder, highlighting ongoing violence against media in Pakistan.

Motorcycle assailants kill journalist Malik Hassan Zaib in Nowshera

Motorcycle assailants kill journalist Malik Hassan Zaib in Nowshera

 Published 2 years ago:  Journalist Malik Hassan Zaib was shot dead by motorcycle assailants in Nowshera, raising concerns about journalist safety in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Khyber News correspondent Khalil Jibran murdered in Landi Kotal

Khyber News correspondent Khalil Jibran murdered in Landi Kotal

 Published 2 years ago:  Khalil Jibran, a Khyber News correspondent, was tragically murdered in Landi Kotal, highlighting the dangers faced by journalists in Pakistan.