Israeli strike kills journalist in Gaza, bringing total to 177

The number of journalists killed by the Israeli army in Gaza has risen to 177 following the death of photojournalist Ayman Muhammad Ruwaished.

“The Government Media Office condemns in the strongest terms the targeting, killing, and assassination of Palestinian journalists by the Israeli occupation,” the statement said.

Israel's army has faced multiple accusations of targeting media workers during its ongoing war on Gaza since October 2023.

Last week, Palestinian journalist Hassan Hamad was killed in an Israeli air strike on his home in Jabalia refugee camp, northern Gaza, days after an Israeli officer threatened him to stop filming in the area.