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News •

New documentary charges killing of Palestinian American journalist was intentional • May 9, 2025, 4:54 AM ET (NPR)
New documentary claims to identify Israeli soldier who shot Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh in 2022 • May 8, 2025, 4:56 AM ET (CNN)

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Born April 3, 1971 • Jerusalem
Died May 11, 2022 (aged 51) • Jenin • West Bank

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