Watchdog condemns Israel attack on media

JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 19 November 2012

Reporters Without Borders has condemned the Israeli air strikes targeting media organizations in Gaza City. The organization demands an immediate end to such attacks and a transparent investigation into the incidents.
Summary

International media watchdog, Reporters without Borders has condemned Israeli air strikes targeting news organizations in Gaza City on Sunday and called for an immediate end to such attacks.

At least eight journalists were reportedly injured and several local and international media were prevented from operating.

“These attacks constitute obstruction of freedom of information,” Reporters without Borders secretary-general Christophe Deloire said. “We remind the Israeli authorities that, under humanitarian law, the news media enjoy the same protection as civilians and cannot be regarded as military targets.

“Even if the targeted media support Hamas, this does not in any way legitimize the attacks. We call for a transparent investigation into the circumstances of these air strikes. Attacks on civilian targets are war crimes and serious violations of the Geneva Conventions. Those responsible must be identified.”

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Key Points

Israeli air strikes injured at least eight journalists in Gaza City.
Reporters Without Borders calls for an end to attacks on media.
The organization highlights the protection of journalists under humanitarian law.
Targeting media is considered a war crime and violation of the Geneva Conventions.
A transparent investigation into the air strikes is demanded.

Relevant Topics

Israel

Gaza

Media

WAR Crimes

Reporters Without Borders

Freedom OF Information

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