Israel accuses Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza of terror ties; network denies allegations
Tel Aviv/Doha: The Israeli military has alleged six Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza as operatives of Hamas and Islamic Jihad, accusing them of actively supporting these groups. Israel Defence Forces (IDF) shared photographs and claimed it possessed documents, such as personnel lists and training records, linking the journalists to militant activities.
"The IDF has disclosed intelligence proving that these journalists are affiliated with Hamas and Islamic Jihad, involved in propaganda efforts for these organizations," read an official statement posted on X.
Al Jazeera dismissed the accusations, calling them "baseless" and part of an ongoing campaign to suppress media coverage of the war. "This is an effort to silence the remaining journalists in Gaza, obscuring the war's harsh realities from global audiences," the Qatari-based network said.
The conflict between Israel and Al Jazeera intensified after Israeli forces stormed the outlet's Ramallah office a month ago, ordering its closure for 45 days. Al Jazeera emphasized its dedication to reporting from conflict zones, asserting that its journalists are "documenting the war's impact on Gaza’s civilians, not participating in any militant activities."
The media organization said that Israel is targeting journalists to suppress reporting of war crimes committed during the ongoing conflict, reiterating its mission to "bring the truth to light."
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Mumbai family deaths: Rat poison ingredient zinc phosphide found in viscera, watermelon sample
Mumbai (PTI): Four members of a family in Pydhonie area of south Mumbai died last month due to rat poison, police officials said on Thursday.
The Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) report has confirmed the presence of zinc phosphide in viscera (liver, kidney, spleen), stomach contents, bile, and abdominal fat samples of the deceased identified as Abdulla Dokadia (44), his wife Nasrin (35) and their daughters Aayesha (16) and Zaineb (13), said Deputy Commissioner of Police Pravin Mundhe.
"The watermelon sample also tested positive for zinc phosphide, while all other food items were negative. The report will be studied in depth. We will consult forensic doctors. Further probe in the case is underway," the DCP said.
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Zinc phosphide is used primarily as a highly toxic acute rodenticide to control rats and mice.
"The forensic experts who examined the viscera of deceased Abdulla Dokadia, Nasrin (35), Aayesha (16) and Zaineb (13) found traces of zinc phosphide. It is, however, unclear whether the rat poison was consumed accidentally (or on purpose). So far, we have found no strong reason why the whole family would take such an extreme step," another official said.
Further probe is being conducted by the JJ Marg police station, which has recorded statements of kin and neighbours, he added.
The Dokadia family, residents of Ghari Mohalla on Ismail Kurte Road, had hosted a get-together of relatives on the night of April 25. At around 1 am, hours after the guests had left, Abdullah Dokadia, his wife Nasreen, and daughters Ayesha and Zaineb ate pieces of a watermelon.
They suffered severe bouts of vomiting and diarrhoea in the early hours of April 26 and were rushed to a local hospital before being referred to the government-run J J Hospital where all four died during treatment.
