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For news organizations, the flood of Gaza war video is proving both illuminating and troubling

By DAVID BAUDER - Nov 13, 2023, 12:06 AM ET
Last Updated - Aug 28, 2024, 02:27 AM EDT
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At news organizations, sifting through material found online to determine what is real, and to unearth the sometimes unexpected clues that can be used to tie stories together, are increasingly important — and often emotionally overwhelming — jobs

In a war where journalist access is limited, there's a flood of video available online from the Israel-Hamas war

NEW YORK (AP) — A camera livestreaming the skyline of Gaza City captures streaks of light. Dash-cam video from a car in Israel spots a killer coming into view. A satellite identifies tank tracks in the dirt, and a mall security camera catches the moment a bomb in Gaza detonates. 

While journalists' access to the war in Gaza is limited, a flood of video from all sorts of sources documents what is — and isn't — going on. 

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At news organizations, sifting through material found online to determine what is real, and to unearth the sometimes unexpected clues that can be used to tie stories together, are increasingly important — and often emotionally overwhelming — jobs. 

“It has become a key part of doing journalism in the modern age,” said Katie Polglase, a London-based investigative producer for CNN. 

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