Israeli Airstrike Kills Al Jazeera Journalists Near Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza

An Israeli airstrike near Gaza City's Al-Shifa Hospital has resulted in the deaths of four Al Jazeera journalists, including correspondent Anas al-Sharif. The Israeli military stated that al-Sharif was a Hamas operative responsible for organizing rocket attacks against Israeli targets.

Al Jazeera has condemned the attack, describing it as a "cold-blooded assassination" and part of a systematic targeting campaign against its journalists.

Prior to his death, al-Sharif had reported on intensified Israeli bombardments in Gaza City.

The Committee to Protect Journalists has called for international protection for journalists in Gaza, noting that 186 journalists have been killed since the conflict began in October 2023.