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“What journalism is really about-it's to monitor power and the centres of power.”

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Amira Hass
Amira Hass

Amira Hass is an Israeli journalist renowned for her in-depth reporting on the Palestinian issue. Born on June 28, 1956, she has been living in the Gaza Strip since 1984 and has reported on several conflicts there. Hass's reporting is praised for its sympathy towards both sides of the conflict and its critical analysis. more

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