Abdul Ra’ouf

Abdul Ra’ouf was a Palestinian photojournalist working in Gaza. He, along with Anas Ghunaim and Shaath Mohammad Qeshta, were killed on January 21, 2026, during an Israeli air strike. The journalists were employed by a committee supervising Egyptian aid in Gaza and were documenting a newly established camp at the time of the attack. Their vehicle was targeted, resulting in their deaths. The Gaza Health Ministry reported that they were among 11 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks that day, which also included two children and left six others injured. The incident highlights the dangers faced by journalists operating in conflict zones and the ongoing violence in the region. The deaths of the journalists have drawn attention to the impact of the conflict on civilians and the importance of protecting journalists covering such events.