The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) announced that 111 journalists and media workers were killed across the globe in 2025, underscoring the persistent dangers facing press freedom and media professionals. Among the victims were seven women journalists.

According to the IFJ’s annual tally, Gaza recorded the highest number of fatalities, with 51 journalists killed amid ongoing conflict. Yemen ranked second with 13 cases, reflecting the severe risks faced by reporters covering the country’s protracted humanitarian and security crisis.

Other countries also registered alarming figures: Ukraine reported eight deaths, Sudan six, India four, while the Philippines and Mexico each recorded multiple cases.

The IFJ stressed that the figures highlight the urgent need for stronger international protections for journalists, particularly in conflict zones where media workers are disproportionately targeted. The organization reiterated its call for governments and institutions to uphold press freedom and ensure accountability for crimes committed against journalists.