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The African Initiative for Journalism and Media (AfroMedia) has strongly condemned Israel’s systematic targeting of journalists and civilians in Gaza, calling it a blatant violation of international laws and UN charters. Since October 7, 2023, the Israeli occupation has committed egregious crimes against journalists and civilians, sparking widespread outrage.
“A Deliberate Attempt to Conceal Crimes”
AfroMedia believes the Israeli war machine is deliberately targeting journalists to conceal the occupation’s crimes against civilians. This has resulted in the killing of several journalists, a fact documented by international organizations and trade unions, including the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) and the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ).
“Depriving Future Generations of Knowledge”
The initiative stresses that Israel’s actions are not only violating international laws but also depriving future generations of their right to knowledge and destroying global values and charters. AfroMedia urges the United Nations to take urgent action to protect journalists and civilians in Gaza.
Call for International Action
AfroMedia’s statement highlights the need for the international community to hold Israel accountable for its actions. The initiative demands that the UN takes immediate measures to ensure the protection of journalists and civilians in Gaza, emphasizing that the targeting of media professionals is a war crime that cannot be tolerated.
A Growing Concern
The targeting of journalists in Gaza has raised concerns about the safety of media professionals in conflict zones. AfroMedia’s condemnation of Israel’s actions underscores the need for greater international attention to the plight of journalists and civilians in Gaza.
As the situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, AfroMedia’s call for action serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting human rights and upholding international laws.
Ghana|Atinkaonline.com| Edward Graham Sebbie