Israeli Military Accuses Al Jazeera Journalists of Militancy: Network Denies Allegations

The Israeli military alleges that six Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza are affiliated with Hamas and Islamic Jihad. Al Jazeera denies these claims, viewing them as attempts to silence journalism. The military presented documents as evidence, while the network warns against targeting reporters.

The Israeli military has accused six Palestinian Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza of being members of Hamas or Islamic Jihad, a claim that the network vehemently denies. Al Jazeera responded by condemning the allegations as an effort to silence their reporting.

The military claims to have discovered documents in Gaza that allegedly link the journalists to militant groups. These documents purportedly include personnel details, salary lists, phone directories, and reports of injuries.

Al Jazeera criticizes the accusations as fabricated and a continuation of Israeli hostility against the network. Despite ongoing tensions, Qatar's Al Jazeera maintains its stance against any affiliations with militant groups and highlights the risks faced by journalists in conflict zones.

(With inputs from agencies.)