News|Israel-Palestine conflictIsrael attacks press as ‘silencing’ policy: Palestinian journalists unionSyndicate report says Israeli forces have systematically targeted journalists to undermine Palestinian narrative.

The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate has reported a significant escalation in violence directed at Palestinian journalists by Israeli forces since October 2023, culminating in numerous incidents throughout 2025. The syndicate's Freedoms Committee has characterized these actions as part of a policy aimed at "silencing the press through killing, injury, and permanent disability."

By the end of November 2025, at least 76 Palestinian journalists were reported killed or wounded, indicating a significant increase in targeted attacks. The committee has described this as a "dangerous indicator of the escalating targeting policy" by Israeli authorities, emphasizing that journalists have become regular targets.

Several incidents involved targeted assassinations of journalists, including the case of Al Jazeera’s Anas al-Sharif . Press freedom organizations have condemned these actions, yet they continue without accountability, as Israel has not pursued legal action against its troops for these killings.

A Reporters Without Borders (RSF) report has identified Israel as the leading country for journalist fatalities in 2025, highlighting the risks faced by media personnel in the region. The report notes that Palestine is currently one of the most perilous locations globally for journalists.

The Freedoms Committee documented a significant rise in life-altering injuries among journalists, including amputations, paralysis, and blindness, often resulting from targeted strikes. The dangers stem from both Israeli forces and settlers.

Specific incidents, such as the bombing of a journalists’ tent at Nasser Hospital, have been described as "complex war crimes," involving the use of heavy weaponry and resulting in multiple casualties and equipment destruction.

Patterns of permanent disability have emerged, affecting several journalists, including Akram Dalloul, Jamal Badah, and Muhammad Fayeq, who suffered severe physical impairments. The committee emphasized that these attacks frequently occurred while journalists were clearly identifiable, wearing protective gear and press badges.

Al Jazeera journalists killed by Israel earlier this year: From left, Anas al-Sharif, Mohammed Noufal, Ibrahim Zaher and Mohammed Qreiqeh [Al Jazeera]

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.