‘We are painted as targets’: How Israel puts Gaza journalists in the crosshairs

Israel’s army is using a secret unit to shape narratives around Gaza, portraying Palestinian journalists as Hamas operatives to justify strikes. Analysts say the tactic silences reporters and controls the story in one of the deadliest conflicts for journalists.

Aug 26, 2025 - 00:05
‘We are painted as targets’: How Israel puts Gaza journalists in the crosshairs
Israel’s army is using a secret unit to shape narratives around Gaza, portraying Palestinian journalists as Hamas operatives to justify strikes. Analysts say the tactic silences reporters and controls the story in one of the deadliest conflicts for journalists.