Hawzah News Agency- Saleh Aljafarawi, a prominent Palestinian journalist and influencer, was shot dead in Gaza’s Sabra neighborhood while covering armed clashes.
Aljafarawi had gained international attention for his social media coverage of Gaza’s war and was on Israel’s “red notice” list.
His videos, often filmed in the aftermath of airstrikes or from hospital beds, captured the heartbreak and endurance of civilians caught in the crossfire. Even after false reports of his death surfaced, Aljafarawi would appear online, defiant and determined, updating his audience about the latest developments. This tenacity made him a symbol for many Gazans—someone who could not be silenced, despite the constant dangers.
The Gaza Government Media Office condemned the killing, calling it a “direct result of Israel’s policy of targeting Palestinian journalists through both air strikes and proxy militias''.
Saleh Aljafarawi’s death is part of a grim tally. Since October 2023, more than 270 journalists and media workers have been killed in Gaza, making it the deadliest conflict for reporters in recent memory. Like his colleagues, Aljafarawi documented not just the violence but also the everyday struggles of Gazans—food shortages, displacement, and the constant threat of death.
Earlier this week, a video of Aljafarawi went viral as he celebrated the ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel. But his coverage of alleged “genocide” and starvation in Gaza had put him on Israel’s “red notice” list—a roster of journalists considered high-priority targets, similar to others like Anas al-Sharif, who was also killed while reporting.
Internationally, Aljafarawi’s killing has intensified calls for accountability and press freedom.
Aljafarawi’s social media accounts remain a digital archive of Gaza’s suffering and resilience. Through his lens, audiences around the world saw not just the ruins, but also the humanity that persists in the face of relentless adversity. His reporting bridged divides, challenging narratives and giving voice to those rendered invisible by war.
Source: Azat TV
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