2024 Report Highlights Record Journalist Deaths and Imprisonment Worldwide
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) reported that 54 journalists were killed in 2024, with the Gaza Strip marking the deadliest region for media professionals. The report reveals that one-third of these fatalities were caused by Israeli military actions. Globally, the total number of journalists killed in conflict zones has reached a record high, while the number of those imprisoned stands at 550, with China leading in detentions. The report emphasizes the urgent need for improved protections and accountability for journalists.