Shot From Above: The Dangerous Work of Drone Journalists in Gaza

An investigation by Bellingcat and partners documents the killings and injuries of Palestinian drone journalists in Gaza, presenting case studies (Abdallah Al-Hajj, Mustapha Thuraya, Mahmoud Al-Basos), analyzing IDF justifications versus open-source geolocations showing limited nearby IDF activity in some incidents, and using satellite imagery and drone-based photogrammetry to model destruction in Al-Shati and Jabalia. It includes perspectives from CPJ, legal experts, and the UN Special Rapporteur calling for stronger safeguards for journalists and independent investigations, while underscoring the ongoing risks and challenges of documenting the conflict.