Murderous Israel continues to target Lebanese and Palestinian journalists

On 8 April, 2026, the Israel killed another three journalists. It has now murdered at least 260 since October 2023, more than any other country in the world.

254 dead in just one day as Israel targets Lebanese civilians, including two journalists

Wednesday was the deadliest day of “Israeli” attacks on Lebanon, so far. Israeli occupation forces (IOF) killed more than 300, and wounded 1150, after launching a massive wave of airstrikes. More than 100 homes and apartments in 21 towns were targeted, in just 10 minutes, while rescue services worked to remove debris. They continue to search for the many missing civilians stlll buried under the rubble.

Among the dead were two Lebanese journalists. Suzan Khalil, was presenter on al Manar TV, and al Nour Radio. Ghada Dayekh worked for Sawt al Farah Radio. She was killed when an airstrike targeted her apartment in Tyre, Lebanon, with no prior warning.

The Lebanese Red Cross transported more than 80 units of blood to hospitals in Beirut and Sidon as an initial response. But calls were later put out for more blood donations, due to a shortage.

Palestinian journalist Mohammed Wishah also killed after intentional targeting of his vehicle in Gaza

On the same day, Al-Jazeera Mubasher correspondent Mohammed Wishah was also assassinated by the IOF. His vehicle burst into flames after being targeted by an Israeli airstrike in Sheikh Ajleen, West of Gaza city.

In a statement, the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) said:

The racist occupation entity repeatedly demonstrates its complete disregard for international laws and the laws of war, and its persistent threat to regional and international peace and security.

Hamas added that a “firm stance” was needed from the international community to “hold it accountable and ensure it does not enjoy impunity.”

Israel’s special treatment on the international stage by its many allies continues to ensure there is no accountability. Countries such as the UK claim their support for the terrorist state remains “unshakeable“.

Gaza is the deadliest place in the world to be a journalist, as the Israeli occupation has a systematic policy of intentionally targeting and silencing the truth about its war crimes and crimes against humanity.

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