Episode 055 - Murdering the Messenger Shireen Abu Akleh

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This week Lara and Michael explore the murder of beloved journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. Shireen was killed by the occupation while wearing a blue press vest on May 11th, 2022 after 25 years of journalism for Al Jazeera. The Palestine Pod talks about the global reaction to this tragedy and takes a moment to recognize the dozens of journalists who have been targeted by the occupation. Lara and Michael conclude this week’s episode by talking about the aftermath of her death, including the analysis of the bullet, the lack of accountability, the illegal storming of Shireen’s home, and the ongoing security fears of on-the-ground journalists in occupied Palestine.

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