Israeli airstrikes have claimed the life of an Al Jazeera cameraman and five other individuals in Gaza, according to local officials. The strike, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, targeted a residential building in the Nuseirat refugee camp. The cameraman, identified as 38-year-old Mohammad Al-Sabah, had been working for the network for over a decade.
His colleagues described him as a dedicated journalist who risked his life to document the conflict. The incident brings the total number of journalists killed since the start of the war to 85, according to the Palestinian Journalists' Syndicate. The Israeli military has not commented on the specific strike but has repeatedly stated that it targets only militant infrastructure.
However, sources on the ground confirm that the building was heavily damaged, and rescue workers are still searching for survivors. The international community has condemned the attack, with the United Nations calling for an independent investigation. This latest incident underscores the perilous conditions faced by journalists in the region, who often operate without adequate protection.
The Al Jazeera network has demanded accountability, stating that the killing of their colleague is a 'blatant violation of international law.' As the death toll continues to rise, questions remain about the adherence to rules of engagement in densely populated urban areas. The situation remains fluid, with further strikes reported in other parts of Gaza this morning.
