US and EU call for an investigation into the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, who was shot dead while covering an Israeli army raid in the occupied West Bank
Abu Akleh became the 12th journalist from Al Jazeera to be killed on duty since it started broadcasting since 1996. Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu AklehThe Qatari state-owned channel said on Wednesday Abu Akleh, a 51-year-old Palestinian-American, was killed "in cold blood" and demanded Israeli forces be held accountable.
She added that Washington's "highest priority is protection of American citizens and the protection of journalists". "It is unacceptable to target journalists while they perform their job. Journalists covering conflict situations must be ensured safety and protection at all times."Abu Akleh was widely hailed for her bravery and professionalism. In an interview shortly before her death, she described herself as a "product of Jerusalem", with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict shaping much of her life.
"The last communication was 20 minutes before this heinous crime happened," Moawad said, shortly after staff held their own broadcast tribute to the 51-year-old.
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