The New Yorker Radio Hour A Palestinian Journalist Escapes Death in Gaza
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Aug 18, 2025 In this riveting discussion, Mohammed R. Mhawish, a Palestinian journalist who lived through the harrowing Gaza invasion, shares his gripping escape from death after his home was targeted. He recounts the profound resilience of those affected, revealing how mental health workers strive to heal a traumatized community while facing their own tragedies. Mhawish emphasizes the complexities of reporting amidst chaos and the dire humanitarian crisis, offering a poignant glimpse into both the devastation and the unyielding spirit of Gaza's residents.
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Life In Gaza Amid Blockade Realities
- Mhawish disputes stereotypes, saying Gaza demonstrated an insistence on living despite blockade-driven hardships.
- He stressed restrictions on movement prevented medical care and forced generations into displacement.
October 7th: Shock And Immediate Reporting
- Mhawish described the surprise and terror of October 7: rockets lighting the sky and sudden retaliation that swallowed the city in chaos.
- He rushed to report from the field that day and began filing breaking news around the clock.
From Freelancer To Targeted Reporter
- Mhawish described starting as a freelance reporter, then being recruited by Al Jazeera and reporting around the clock across Gaza.
- He said his press vest became a liability as it turned into a target and he began receiving threatening calls to stop reporting.