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For the first time in history, 270 media outlets from over 70 countries joined together to make themselves heard. Front pages, websites, social media profiles, and broadcasts went dark to demand a stop to the killing of journalists and call for press freedom in Gaza.

Avaaz
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For almost two years, nearly 210 journalists have been killed in Gaza. Israel has blocked international press access – the most severe restriction in any modern conflict. This is a direct attack on people’s right to know the truth.

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Local journalists remain on the ground reporting under bombardment, hunger, and constant threats to their lives. They are some of the only eyes, ears, and voices keeping the world informed.

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From The Independent to RTVE, from Agência Brasil to NPR, media outlets acted together. 550+ stories of coverage and dozens of editorials. The demand is clear: open Gaza to the press and stop the killing of journalists. #ProtectJournalistsInGaza #LetReportersIntoGaza rsf.org/en/rsf-and-a...

rsf.orgRSF and Avaaz launch international media operation: “At the rate journalists are being killed in Gaza by the Israeli army, there will soon be no one left to keep you informed”Hundreds of media outlets, brought together by the campaigning platform Avaaz and Reporters Without Borders (RSF), are waging a campaign calling for the protection of Palestinian journalists in Gaza, ...