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'This is a pattern we've seen from Israel - not just in the current war, but in the decades preceding - in which typically a journalist will be killed by Israeli forces and then Israel will say after the fact that they are a terrorist, but provides very little evidence to back up those claims," CPJ's CEO Jodie Ginsberg told the BBC. Record toll on journalists According to CPJ data, at least 186 journalists and media workers have been killed in Gaza since the war began in October 2023, including 178 Palestinians, two Israelis, and six Lebanese — making it the deadliest conflict for journalists on record. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) estimates that more than 35 journalists may have been deliberately targeted, while Gaza's Government Media Office places the total journalist death toll at 237. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) reports that at least 189 journalists have been killed in Gaza, with 175 of them being Palestinians. 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It also called on the international community to intervene urgently to halt the destructive war, facilitate humanitarian aid, and allow media coverage on the ground. Reaffirming Jordan's firm position under his Majesty King Abdullah, the association reiterated its rejection of Israeli violations against Palestinians and its support for the Palestinian right to an independent state with East Jerusalem as its capital and commended Jordan's diplomatic efforts to safeguard holy sites and end the aggression. The statement concluded by underscoring the necessity of holding the Israeli occupation accountable to prevent impunity and the further targeting of journalists, who remain essential witnesses to the truth. 'We express our full solidarity with our journalist and cameraman colleagues in Gaza, who continue their professional mission under catastrophic conditions, committed to bringing part of the reality to the world,' the JPA said.
