The Guardian: Maryam Abu Daqqa departs as a martyr of truth amidst the world's silence.

The Palestinian journalist Maryam Abu Daqa, 33 years old, was martyred in an Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, causing great shock in media circles. Abu Daqa left two wills, one for her colleagues asking them not to cry at her funeral, and another for her 13-year-old son, Ghaith, urging him to make her proud.

Abu Daqa died alongside four other journalists while on their way to check on an injured colleague, having covered numerous reports during the war in Gaza. Her colleague Samaher Farhan described Abu Daqa as an inspiring figure, always striving to cover events despite the personal losses she endured.

Abu Daqa's professional journey began with tragedy, as she filmed the killing of her brother during the Great Return March in 2018. Despite the pain, she continued to work as a freelance journalist, collaborating with several agencies and newspapers, making her a model of dedication and professional commitment.

Abu Daqa showcased her humanity through her coverage of civilian tragedies, such as the image of the child Jamal Al-Najjar who died from malnutrition. She was known for her kindness and dedication to her work, as she did not stop covering events even after losing her mother and a close colleague.

The current war in Gaza is considered the deadliest ever for journalists, with more than 192 journalists martyred since the onset of the aggression on October 7, 2023. Abu Daqa had not seen her son for a year and a half, which added to her pain.

Abu Daqa's will to her son focused on achieving his dreams, as she wanted him to become a great businessman and to name his daughter Maryam in her honor. Abu Daqa was martyred without realizing her dream of embracing her son again.

The airstrike that claimed the lives of Abu Daqa and her colleagues is considered a war crime, as many international organizations view the attack on hospitals as a clear violation of international law. The spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights emphasized the need for accountability.

Many journalists documented how the occupation army targeted hospitals and medical teams, resulting in the deaths and injuries of many. These methods are seen as part of escalating aggression tactics, where sites are targeted a second time as rescue workers arrive.

The Committee to Protect Journalists continues to document these violations, describing the martyrdom of journalists as crimes, and emphasizing the necessity of protecting journalists and hospitals under international law.