Media Wonders Why Israel Targets Reporters, Again
The report, titled 'Smear. Kill. Repeat.', details the calculated tactics used against journalists covering the conflict. While mainstream outlets present this as mere unfortunate 'incidents,' it's a documented historical strategy. Israel has killed over 100 media workers since October 7, 2023, and has a track record of targeting press, including the 2022 killing of Palestinian-American journalist
Shireen Abu Akleh, initially dismissed by Israeli officials as an 'unfortunate accident.' (Later, the UN found credible evidence of deliberate targeting by Israeli forces). This 'chilling playbook' isn't unique to Gaza. For decades, criticism of Israel's military actions has been met with organized smear campaigns, often amplified by well-funded lobby groups like AIPAC. Politicians who dare to
raise questions about these tactics are quickly branded 'anti-Israel,' or worse. So, when the media reports on a 'playbook,' one might wonder why they don't mention who wrote it, or better yet, who funds its continued performance.