According to a new report from the Committee to Protect Journalists, 129 journalists and media workers were killed worldwide in 2025, with two-thirds of these fatalities attributed to the Israeli military, marking the highest annual toll recorded since the organization began documenting deaths in 1992. The report highlights a troubling trend of increased targeted killings of journalists by Israeli forces, which have surpassed the actions of any other state military.

Most of the fatalities were among Palestinian journalists and media workers operating within Gaza, underscoring the significant risks they face in conflict regions. The data reflects the deteriorating safety conditions for journalists in areas of heightened military tensions and points to a need for international attention and action to protect press freedom.

The Committee to Protect Journalists, established in 1981, focuses on defending press freedom and ensuring journalists can cover news without fear of retaliation. Its independent stance aims to combat government harassment and uphold the right of journalists to operate under professional conditions. This report calls for immediate measures to protect journalists and hold accountable those responsible for violence against the press, particularly in conflict zones.