Journalists In Gaza Are Documenting Their Own Starvation

Last month, unable to carry the weight of two cameras, a work laptop, and his body armor, Gazan photojournalist Bashar Taleb made the decision to prioritize his health over his work. The 30-year-old, who has worked with Agence France-Presse since 2010, had lost 35 pounds, he says, and began to calculate the distances he needs to cover. “Can I make it back home, or not? Will I be able to find a means of transportation, or not?” He describes feeling weak and dizzy every day.

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