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Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad ties prompt CPJ review of Gaza journalist death database

The Committee to Protect Journalists is reviewing its database of journalists killed in Gaza amid revelations of ties to militant groups.

By · Published June 30, 2026  00:30 UTC · Updated July 7, 2026  22:23 UTC

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The Committee to Protect Journalists undertook a review of its database of journalists killed in the Israel-Gaza war. This action followed investigations indicating some listed individuals were terror operatives with ties to Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

During this process, a CPJ board member was removed.

Epilogue added 104d ago, after coverage quieted.

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The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) is conducting a review of its database of journalists killed in Gaza since 2023. This review follows an investigation by The Times of Israel, which revealed that some individuals listed as journalists had ties to Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

Coverage from Middle East Eye, The Hollywood Reporter, The Times of Israel, The Jerusalem Post, and the CPJ itself highlights the removal of a CPJ board member and the ongoing review process. The Times of Israel and The Jerusalem Post emphasize the findings of the investigation, which identified several journalists as operatives for militant groups.

The next steps involve the completion of the CPJ's review. Coverage does not yet specify how the CPJ will address the findings or what changes may be made to the database.

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Why is the CPJ reviewing its database of journalists killed in Gaza?

The CPJ is reviewing its database following an investigation by The Times of Israel, which found that some individuals listed as journalists had ties to Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

Which outlets are covering the CPJ's review?

The review is covered by Middle East Eye, The Hollywood Reporter, The Times of Israel, The Jerusalem Post, and the CPJ itself.

What actions has the CPJ taken so far?

The CPJ has removed a board member and initiated a review of its documentation of journalists killed in the Israel-Gaza war since 2023.

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