War Conflict - ParentsPlea

Ahmad al-Louh

Date of Death: 12/15/2024

Age: 39

Gender: Male

Cause of Death: He was Killed in an Israeli airstrike on Nuseirat camp while working.

Cause of Death: War Conflict

Nationality: Palestine

Pleas of surviving relatives: Relatives and colleagues mourned Ahmad as both a professional and a devoted family man. His family pleaded for an end to the targeting of journalists in Gaza, emphasizing that he died doing his job — trying to show the world the truth. They appealed to the international community to hold those responsible accountable and to ensure the protection of journalists working in conflict zones. His colleagues at Al-Jazeera described him as a man of integrity and bravery, whose loss left a deep void in their newsroom and among Gaza’s press corps.

Saed Abu Nabhan

Date of Death: 01/10/2025

Age: 25

Gender: Male

Cause of Death: Gunshot wound (Israeli sniper fire).

Cause of Death: War Conflict

Nationality: Palestine

Pleas of surviving relatives: Saed’s family and colleagues have demanded justice and called for an independent investigation into his killing. His relatives expressed deep grief, emphasizing that he was a journalist doing his job and posed no threat. In a statement, his family urged the international community to hold Israel accountable for the targeting of journalists and to protect those who risk their lives to report from Gaza. Colleagues at Al-Ghad TV and Anadolu Agency remembered him as a talented, kind, and fearless young journalist whose dedication to truth cost him his life.

Ola al‑ Dahdouh

Date of Death: 05/31/2024

Age: 28

Gender: Female

Cause of Death: She was killed by Israeli airstrike

Cause of Death: War Conflict

Nationality: Palestine

Pleas of surviving relatives: Ola’s surviving family members have called for accountability and justice, denouncing the targeting of civilians and journalists in Gaza. Her brother stated that the apartment was bombed “without any warning”, emphasizing that Ola was not involved in any political or military activity—she was simply a journalist and mother seeking safety. Colleagues at Radio Sawt Al Watan mourned her loss, describing her as a voice of hope and truth silenced too soon.

Yahya Sobeih

Date of Death: 05/07/2025

Age: 32

Gender: Male

Cause of Death: He was killed by Israeli airstrike.

Cause of Death: War Conflict

Nationality: Palestine

Pleas of surviving relatives: Yahya Sobeih’s grieving family has pleaded for justice and for international protection of journalists working in Gaza. His wife, holding their newborn daughter, reportedly said that Yahya’s only weapon was his camera and his voice. Relatives and friends have shared heartfelt messages, urging the world to remember his courage and to ensure that his death—and the deaths of many journalists like him—do not go unpunished or forgotten.

Moamen Abu Alouf

Date of Death: 06/09/2025

Age: 19

Gender: Male

Cause of Death: Moamen Abu Alouf was killed in an Israeli airstrike on 9 June 2025 while covering a relief operation in Gaza.

Cause of Death: War Conflict

Nationality: Palestine

Pleas of surviving relatives: Moamen’s family described his killing as an “execution.” His brother told Reporters Without Borders (RSF) that Moamen had been terrified by the online threats and propaganda posts but refused to stop documenting the suffering of civilians. “He was killed because he showed the truth,” his brother said. The family rejected all claims that he was linked to militant groups, emphasizing that Moamen was only a journalist and humanitarian volunteer. His colleagues at Al Jazeera and Anadolu mourned him as a brave young voice of Gaza who died while trying to save others and tell their stories.

Hassan Majdi Abu Warda

Date of Death: 05/25/2025

Age: 32

Gender: Male

Cause of Death: He was Killed in an Israeli airstrike.

Cause of Death: War Conflict

Nationality: Palestine

Mohammed Qraiqea

Date of Death: 08/10/2025

Age: 33

Gender: Male

Cause of Death: He was Killed in an Israeli airstrike.

Cause of Death: War Conflict

Nationality: Palestine

Pleas of surviving relatives: Mohammad Qraiqea had no surviving immediate relatives. His mother — his only close family member — was killed in an Israeli air raid on Al Shifa Hospital in March 2024. Before her death, she made a desperate plea to her son, saying, “I have no food, I have no medicine, I sleep alone on the floor, where are you, my love?” Those words, which Mohammad later repeated in anguish while standing beside her body, became symbolic of the suffering endured by countless families in Gaza.