“CPJ reports 36 Journalists killed amidst Palestine-Israel conflict escalation”

Washington – In the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, at least 36 journalists and media workers have lost their lives, according to a statement by the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ). The situation has escalated significantly since the conflict began on October 7, with a preliminary investigation by CPJ indicating a staggering toll. As of November 3, CPJ reported that approximately 10,000 people have been killed, with over 9,000 Palestinian fatalities in Gaza and the West Bank, and 1,400 deaths in Israel. The grim statistics reveal the toll this protracted conflict has taken on the region.

Among the 36 journalists and media workers who have tragically lost their lives, 31 were Palestinian, 4 were Israeli, and 1 was Lebanese. Additionally, 8 journalists were reported as injured, 3 as missing, and 8 as arrested. The impact on the press and media workers in the region is a concerning aspect of this ongoing conflict.

The conflict reached a critical turning point on October 7 when Palestinian group Hamas launched a surprise large-scale rocket attack from the Gaza Strip, breaching the border and causing casualties in Israeli communities. In response, Israel initiated retaliatory strikes and imposed a complete blockade on the Gaza Strip, which is home to more than 2 million people, cutting off crucial supplies of water, food, and fuel.
On October 27, Israel launched a significant ground incursion into the Gaza Strip with the goal of eliminating Hamas fighters and rescuing hostages. The escalation of the conflict has had a devastating impact, resulting in the loss of around 1,400 lives in Israel and over 9,000 in the Gaza Strip.

The situation remains complex and volatile, with international efforts continuing to seek a resolution to the long-standing Israel-Palestine conflict.