The United Nations has condemned a targeted Israeli missile strike in Gaza that killed five Al Jazeera journalists, including prominent correspondent Wael Sharif. Media rights groups, countries such as Qatar, and the United Kingdom have called for an independent investigation, expressing grave concern over the safety of journalists in the region. The Israeli military claims to have evidence linking Sharif to Hamas, but has yet to provide verifiable proof or an explanation for the deaths of the entire news crew. Media freedom organizations and international news agencies have criticized Israel's restrictions on reporting from Gaza and the ongoing threats to journalists.

Meanwhile, the humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, with five more deaths from malnutrition reported in the past 24 hours, including one child. The United Nations warns that aid entering Gaza remains far below what is needed, while Israel denies claims of starvation and accuses UN agencies of failing to deliver aid. Since the start of Israel's military offensive in October 2023, over 61,000 people have been killed in Gaza, according to local health authorities.