UNESCO Report: Over 60 Journalists Killed In 2024 While Performing Duties

2024-12-31 05:09:50

(MENAFN- Tribal News Network) In 2024, the global media community mourned the loss of 68 journalists and media workers who were killed in the line of duty, according to a recent UNESCO report.

Conflict Zones Witness Alarming Casualties

Out of the 68 fatalities, 42 occurred in conflict zones, marking the highest number of journalist deaths in such areas within a decade.

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Among these, 18 journalists lost their lives in the Israeli war on Palestine, while others were killed in Ukraine, Lebanon, Syria, Somalia, and other regions embroiled in conflict.

A Decline in Non-Conflict Zones

The report also highlighted a decline in journalist fatalities in non-conflict regions compared to the previous two years, offering a glimmer of hope for safer working conditions in relatively stable environments.

The findings underscore the persistent dangers journalists face, particularly in unrest areas, as they strive to report the truth.

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