Israel-Gaza conflict: Al Jazeera says 4, not 5, staff killed in Israeli strike; 2 victims were freelancers
Wednesday, 13 August 2025 () An Israeli airstrike in Gaza City killed four Al Jazeera journalists and two freelancers, prompting international condemnation. Al Jazeera corrected its initial report, clarifying the victim count. The Israeli military acknowledged the strike, alleging one journalist was a terrorist, a claim Al Jazeera vehemently denies. Prior to his death, Anas al-Sharif, an Al Jazeera correspondent, reported on intense bombardments.
Five Al Jazeera journalists killed in Israeli strike on Gaza City
The Israeli military confirmed it had targeted Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif, claiming he led "a terrorist cell of Hamas," allegations al-Sharif and the media network had previously denied.
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