Mohammed Al-Daya

Their life

Mohammed Al-Daya was a Palestinian journalist dedicated to reporting from Gaza, a region under continuous conflict. He was known for covering events in central Gaza and providing firsthand accounts of the humanitarian crisis and military actions affecting civilians. His work highlighted the dangers faced by journalists in conflict zones and their crucial role in documenting violations of human rights.

Mohammed Al-Daya worked as a journalist in the Gaza Strip, reporting on daily life under Israeli military occupation and during periods of active conflict. His reporting sought to inform both local and international audiences about the realities faced by Palestinians, including the risks of indiscriminate attacks on civilians and journalists. Al-Daya was part of a community of reporters targeted in Gaza, with RSF documenting 25 journalists killed and five injured between May 2024 and August 2025. His commitment to covering the truth put him in harm’s way, ultimately costing him his life. Al-Daya’s death underscores the perilous conditions for media professionals in Gaza and the persistent challenges to press freedom in conflict zones.

How they died

He was Killed in an Israeli military attack.

Mohammed Al-Daya was killed on September 27, 2025, in an Israeli attack on Deir al-Balah, central Gaza. Evidence and reports from RSF indicate that journalists, including Al-Daya, were deliberately targeted while performing their professional duties. The attack reflects a broader campaign against media personnel, aimed at suppressing documentation and reporting of the conflict.

Why we remember them

This record exists so that Mohammed Al-Daya, and all who are named in this archive, are never reduced to a number.

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