Journalists in Gaza fight hunger and cruel war conditions to be heard

GAZA CITY, GAZA - JULY 23: Freelance photojournalist Bashar Taleb, who works with Agence France-Presse (AFP), struggles to fullfill his duty amid hunger and harsh conditions due to total Israeli blockade and the ongoing attacks in Gaza City, Gaza on July 23, 2025.With Israel blocking all land crossings into the Gaza Strip and preventing the entry of humanitarian aid, a severe hunger crisis is unfolding in the besieged enclave. Aid trucks have been denied access for months, and relief organizations face increasing obstacles to operate. Freelance photojournalist Bashar Taleb, highlighted the dire situation on social media, writing, "I no longer have the strength to report the news. My body is too weak and I can no longer walk." The 30-year-old journalist also noted that his brother collapsed from extreme hunger. AFP recently announced plans to evacuate its remaining staff in Gaza due to the risk of starvation. (Photo by Abdalhkem Abu Riash/Anadolu via Getty Images)