As a ceasefire in Gaza took hold in January, Anas Al-Sharif began removing his protective gear live on television, piece by piece, while a jubilant crowd cheered, hoping the day marked the end of the suffering of 2 million Palestinians in the enclave.

Prominent reporter Anas al-Sharif and six other journalists were killed when Israel targeted a tent used by media, the broadcaster said.

Israel escalated its bombing campaign of Gaza City on Monday, with attacks centering on the eastern suburbs of Sabra, Shejaia, and Zeitoun. “I want to end the war as quickly as possible, and that is why I have instructed the IDF [Israel Defense Forces] to shorten the schedule for seizing control of Gaza City,