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Articles for Shireen Abu

Israel clears way to shutter Al Jazeera, described by Netanyahu as a ‘terror channel’
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Israel clears way to shutter Al Jazeera, described by Netanyahu as a ‘terror channel’

LA Times  

A view of Tel Aviv. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday vowed to shut down Al Jazeera’s operations in Israel, calling it a “terror channel” that spreads incitement, after the parliament passed a law clearing the way for the closure. “Al Jazeera harmed Israel’s security, actively participated in the Oct. 7 massacre, and incited against Israeli soldiers. “The terror channel …

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Israeli forces killed Abu Akleh ‘without justification’, UN inquiry says
1 year, 2 months ago

Israeli forces killed Abu Akleh ‘without justification’, UN inquiry says

Al Jazeera  

UN-mandated body says Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh the ‘victim of the excessive and disproportionate force used by Israeli security forces’. Israeli forces used “lethal force without justification” when they shot and killed Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh in the occupied West Bank, violating her “right to life”, according to a new report by a UN-mandated investigative body. …

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US groups demand Abu Akleh probe via Justice for Shireen Act
1 year, 5 months ago

US groups demand Abu Akleh probe via Justice for Shireen Act

Al Jazeera  

Dozens of rights organisations renew calls for justice for Al Jazeera journalist who was killed by Israeli forces. Washington, DC – Rights groups in the United States are urging Congress to pass a bill that would require the US government to investigate the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh by Israeli forces and present its findings in a …

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US report on Abu Akleh killing must be made public, senator urges
1 year, 6 months ago

US report on Abu Akleh killing must be made public, senator urges

Al Jazeera  

Chris Van Hollen says though US did not conduct an independent investigation, the government report provides ‘important insights’. Washington, DC – A United States senator has called on President Joe Biden’s administration to make public a government report on the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. Still, the senator said the report provides “very important insights” into the …

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‘Upsetting’: Shireen Abu Akleh family rejects Israel’s ‘sorry’
1 year, 7 months ago

‘Upsetting’: Shireen Abu Akleh family rejects Israel’s ‘sorry’

Al Jazeera  

Slain Al Jazeera journalist’s niece says Israeli military saying it is sorry is a ‘slap in the face’, not an apology. Washington, DC – The family of Shireen Abu Akleh has rebuked Israel for saying it is “sorry” for the Al Jazeera reporter’s death without providing accountability or even acknowledging that its forces killed her. Speaking outside the United States …

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What is Shireen Abu Akleh’s legacy to Palestinian journalism?
1 year, 7 months ago

What is Shireen Abu Akleh’s legacy to Palestinian journalism?

Al Jazeera  

On Friday, May 12 at 19:30 GMT: A year since Al Jazeera correspondent Shireen Abu Akleh was killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank, her family is continuing to fight for justice as Palestinian journalists face frequent threats to their safety and liberty. Palestinian journalists covering the impact of Israel’s occupation of the West Bank and East Jerusalem …

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Shireen Abu Akleh killing: Advocates decry ‘abhorrent’ US stance
1 year, 7 months ago

Shireen Abu Akleh killing: Advocates decry ‘abhorrent’ US stance

Al Jazeera  

One year after Al Jazeera journalist was killed, rights advocates say Biden administration is shielding Israeli abuses. Paul O’Brien, executive director of Amnesty International USA O’Brien decried the Biden administration’s response to the killing of the Al Jazeera journalist and called for a “thorough and independent” investigation. Tariq Kenney-Shawa, US policy fellow at Palestinian think tank Al-Shabaka Kenney-Shawa called the …

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US journalists renew calls for justice for Shireen Abu Akleh
1 year, 7 months ago

US journalists renew calls for justice for Shireen Abu Akleh

Al Jazeera  

Washington, DC – Journalists in the United States have renewed calls for justice in the shooting death of Palestinian-American reporter Shireen Abu Akleh by Israeli forces, stressing the need for an independent investigation one year after her killing. “We do not want to live in a world where a journalist like Shireen, who devoted her career to public good, is …

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Timeline: How US stance shifted on killing of Shireen Abu Akleh
1 year, 7 months ago

Timeline: How US stance shifted on killing of Shireen Abu Akleh

Al Jazeera  

The Biden administration’s position on the killing has shifted over time despite repeated US calls for ‘accountability’. Washington, DC – While the United States has called for “accountability” in last year’s killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, Washington’s position on the incident has been marred by inconsistencies. US officials started out by urging the criminal prosecution of Abu …

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Will there ever be justice for Shireen Abu Akleh?
1 year, 7 months ago

Will there ever be justice for Shireen Abu Akleh?

Al Jazeera  

One year after Al Jazeera reporter was shot dead by the Israeli army, the search for justice goes on. It’s been one year since Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was killed while doing her job. After Israeli and United States investigations found the killing was unintentional, Shireen’s family and colleagues continued to call for an independent probe. What has …

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Al Jazeera renews pledge to seek justice for Shireen Abu Akleh
1 year, 7 months ago

Al Jazeera renews pledge to seek justice for Shireen Abu Akleh

Al Jazeera  

The Doha-based network demands accountability for the killing of its journalist on the first anniversary of her death. Al Jazeera Media Network has renewed its demand for accountability in the killing of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh by Israeli forces on the first anniversary of her death. “The Network renews its appeal to international human rights and press freedom organisations to …

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Press Freedom Day: US slammed over response to Abu Akleh killing
1 year, 7 months ago

Press Freedom Day: US slammed over response to Abu Akleh killing

Al Jazeera  

Department of State official reiterates US is pressing Israel to ‘review its policies’ after Al Jazeera reporter’s killing. And since Shireen’s tragic death, we have continued to press Israel to closely review its policies and practices on rules of engagements and consider additional steps to mitigate risk of civilian harm and protect journalists.” Next week will mark the anniversary of …

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Shireen Abu Akleh’s family welcome news of US investigation
2 years, 1 month ago

Shireen Abu Akleh’s family welcome news of US investigation

Al Jazeera  

Abu Akleh’s family have been calling for accountability since the journalist was killed by Israeli forces in May. The family of Shireen Abu Akleh say they are “encouraged” by the United States announcing an investigation into the Palestinian American Al Jazeera correspondent’s killing in May. In a statement released on Tuesday, the family said the US decision, first reported on …

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Israel reveals US probe into Shireen Abu Akleh’s death but says it ‘will not cooperate’
2 years, 1 month ago

Israel reveals US probe into Shireen Abu Akleh’s death but says it ‘will not cooperate’

CNN  

CNN — A top Israeli official has confirmed the existence of a US investigation into the killing of Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh but said Israel’s government would not cooperate with the American probe, calling it a “mistake.” Defense Minister Benny Gantz revealed details of the previously unknown investigation by the Justice Department into the death of the Al Jazeera …

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US to open investigation into Shireen Abu Akleh killing: Reports
2 years, 1 month ago

US to open investigation into Shireen Abu Akleh killing: Reports

Al Jazeera  

Multiple Israeli news outlets say US authorities informed Israel that they will probe Al Jazeera journalist’s killing. But Israeli Defence Minister Benny Gantz said Israel would not cooperate with an external investigation into Abu Akleh’s killing. “The decision taken by the US Justice Department to conduct an investigation into the tragic passing of Shireen Abu Akleh, is a mistake,” Gantz …

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Shireen Abu Akleh’s family meets Pope Francis at the Vatican
2 years, 1 month ago

Shireen Abu Akleh’s family meets Pope Francis at the Vatican

Al Jazeera  

A Catholic mass has been held in memory of the Palestinian-American Al Jazeera journalist, who was killed by Israeli forces in May. The family of the veteran Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh has been received by Pope Francis at the Vatican, nearly six months after she was shot dead by Israeli forces while covering an army raid in the …

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The family of slain Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh demands justice
2 years, 2 months ago

The family of slain Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh demands justice

NPR  

The family of slain Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh demands justice Enlarge this image toggle caption Rosie Scammell/AFP via Getty Images Rosie Scammell/AFP via Getty Images Lina Abu Akleh was thrust onto the global stage after her aunt was killed while reporting on an Israeli military raid in the Palestinian city of Jenin in May. Following international scrutiny, Israel …

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Shireen Abu Akleh’s family submits complaint to ICC
2 years, 3 months ago

Shireen Abu Akleh’s family submits complaint to ICC

Al Jazeera  

Shireen Abu Akleh’s family said they will do whatever they have to do to ensure accountability for her killing by an Israeli soldier. “Like we said before, and like other reports said previously, there were more than 16 shots fired towards Shireen and the media and her colleagues who were standing in that ally,” Anton Abu Akleh said. “That’s why …

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Israel’s shifting narratives on the killing of Shireen Abu Akleh
2 years, 3 months ago

Israel’s shifting narratives on the killing of Shireen Abu Akleh

Al Jazeera  

Changing its tune several times, Israel has now concluded it is ‘highly possible’ one of its soldiers killed Shireen Abu Akleh. The Israeli government and military narrative on the May 11 killing of Al Jazeera’s veteran Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh has shifted numerous times over the past few months. Here is a timeline of Israel’s shifting narrative: ‘The Palestinians …

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Justice for Shireen: The American investigation – Part 2
2 years, 3 months ago

Justice for Shireen: The American investigation – Part 2

Al Jazeera  

Can the US government hold Israel accountable for the killing of Shireen Abu Akleh? Halla Mohieddeen: If you’ve been following Shireen’s case, you’ve probably heard Lina Abu Akleh talk about her aunt. Halla Mohieddeen: So the Abu Akleh family has a key demand: a US-led investigation into Shireen’s killing. Halla Mohieddeen: Now, Katherine’s also consulting the Abu Akleh family. Halla …

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Israel says ‘high possibility’ its army killed Shireen Abu Akleh
2 years, 3 months ago

Israel says ‘high possibility’ its army killed Shireen Abu Akleh

Al Jazeera  

Israel says it will not launch a criminal investigation into the killing of Al Jazeera journalist who was shot in the head. Ramallah, Occupied West Bank – Israel has said there is a “high possibility” that slain Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was “accidentally hit” by Israeli army fire but added that it would not be launching a criminal …

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Israeli inquiry into Shireen Abu Akleh killing draws condemnation
2 years, 3 months ago

Israeli inquiry into Shireen Abu Akleh killing draws condemnation

Al Jazeera  

Palestinian officials, human rights campaigners, and the family of Shireen Abu Akleh have criticised the Israeli military investigation, which said there is a “high possibility” that the Al Jazeera journalist was “accidentally hit” by an Israeli soldier. “We will continue to demand that the US government follow through with its stated commitments to accountability.” Abu Akleh Family Response to Israel’s …

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Justice for Shireen: The Israeli investigation – Part 1
2 years, 3 months ago

Justice for Shireen: The Israeli investigation – Part 1

Al Jazeera  

Witnesses describe what they saw on the day Shireen Abu Akleh was killed and why Israel’s investigation is wrong. Halla Mohieddeen: It wasn’t until two years ago that Shatha got to know her as … just … Shireen. Halla Mohieddeen: Dan Owen is also Israeli and the author of a report with the Israeli rights group, Yesh Din, digging into …

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Infographic: How journalist Shireen Abu Akleh has been honoured
2 years, 4 months ago

Infographic: How journalist Shireen Abu Akleh has been honoured

Al Jazeera  

Several universities, institutes and organisations have named awards, scholarships and memorials after the veteran Al Jazeera journalist who was killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank on May 11. August 18 marks 100 days since veteran Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was killed by Israeli forces while on assignment in Jenin in the occupied West Bank. Al …

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