The Take Why is evidence of Israel's war crimes in Gaza disappearing?
Apr 11, 2025
Lila Hassan, an independent investigative reporter stationed in Doha, sheds light on the alarming disappearance of evidence related to war crimes in Gaza. She discusses the vital role of local journalists like Saliman Hidji, who risk everything to document atrocities even as they face displacement. The conversation delves into the fragility of digital archives, where social media serves as an accidental vault, yet risks erasure. Hassan emphasizes the urgency of preserving these records amidst threats to safety and the need for international accountability.
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Saliman's Archive
- Saliman Hidji, a Gazan visual journalist, carries hard drives of his work through displacements.
- He prioritizes preserving documentation of the conflict, fearing its loss.
Motivation and Methods
- Salimun's documentation efforts stem from a desire to preserve memory and seek accountability for alleged war crimes.
- He employs various methods, including physical hard drives and dummy digital accounts, to safeguard his work.
Fragility of Digital Archives
- Social media platforms are not reliable archives due to content moderation policies and technical limitations.
- Content can disappear due to community guidelines violations, bit rot, or lack of engagement.