Journalists union says 76 reporters killed or wounded by Israeli forces

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 28 December 2025 |  JP Middle East Desk

The Palestinian Journalists Union condemns the targeting of journalists by Israeli forces, reporting 76 wounded or killed. It highlights the implications for press freedom and the need for international accountability.

Summary

RAMALLAH — The Palestinian Journalists Union has issued a statement condemning what it described as a deliberate policy by Israeli forces to silence Palestinian journalists through killing, injury, and long-term disability. The union said such actions are aimed at stopping the documentation of events and suppressing the Palestinian narrative.

According to the union, by November 2025, at least 76 Palestinian journalists had been wounded or killed. The PJU framed these figures as evidence of an escalating pattern of pressure on media workers operating in Gaza and other affected areas, emphasizing that journalists are facing unprecedented risks while covering the conflict.

Concerns over journalist safety in conflict coverage

The union’s statement adds to longstanding concerns raised by international media watchdogs about the safety of journalists working in conflict zones. While the PJU’s claims reflect its assessment of events, it argues that repeated harm to reporters has had a chilling effect on independent reporting and public access to information.

The PJU said that injuries and fatalities among journalists not only impact individuals and their families but also weaken the broader media ecosystem by limiting on-the-ground coverage. It warned that continued threats to journalists could result in significant information gaps during periods of active hostilities.

Implications for press freedom and documentation

Media analysts note that allegations of targeted attacks on journalists, when made by professional unions, underscore the need for independent investigations and verifiable data. The PJU called for greater international attention to journalist protection and the establishment of accountability mechanisms to ensure safe reporting conditions.

The union’s statement reflects a wider debate over press freedom in the context of armed conflict, where access restrictions, security risks, and competing narratives complicate efforts to deliver verified, impartial reporting to global audiences.

ATTRIBUTION: Reporting based on a public statement issued by the Palestinian Journalists Union and contextual analysis of press freedom concerns.

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