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Gazan Journalist Reveals Hamas Media Control and Unreleased Hostage Footage

How 2 Israeli newsrooms (in Hebrew, Russian) covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By ערוץ 7

First reported by Cursorinfo · 4 hours ago

What happened

Gazan photojournalist Motaz Azaiza revealed he has unreleased footage of Gazans assaulting hostages on October 7th, withholding it to prevent Israeli identification of perpetrators. He also described Hamas's control over media in Gaza, including a WhatsApp group used to suppress critical reporting.

  • 01Gazan journalist Motaz Azaiza has unreleased footage of civilians attacking hostages on Oct 7.
  • 02He withheld the footage fearing Israeli retaliation against those filmed.
  • 03Azaiza described Hamas's pressure on journalists in Gaza.
  • 04He cited a 'Smart' WhatsApp group used to target critical reporters.
  • 05The New York Post corroborated claims of media control and pressure.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
OrganizationsHamas, Al-Qassam Brigades, Time magazine, New York Post
PlacesGaza Strip, Israel

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Gazan Journalist Reveals Hamas Media Control and Unreleased Hostage Footage
CursorinfoUnrated · Russian4 hours ago
Gazan Journalist Exposes Hamas Propaganda Machine and Media Control

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