The killing of six journalists in Gaza by Israeli forces over the weekend sparked an outcry from press freedom experts who argue the deaths were unnecessary and only add to the grim totality of what's become the deadliest conflict for journalists in recent history.
Why it matters: Since the conflict began with Hamas' terrorist attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, the vast majority of journalists killed globally (67%) have been in Israel, Lebanon and occupied Palestinian territories, per the Committee to Protect Journalists.
