CNN’s Jon Jensen reflects on a recent assignment to cover the conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas.
Gaza
Gaza: hear the gunfire and see an explosion
Gaza: hear the gunfire and see an explosion
Pumping Iron in Gaza
Throughout the Gaza Strip, where many cities are still destroyed from the Israeli offensive, some young men are finding hope in the gym. But steroid use is a growing problem. Originally published on Global Post on January 15, 2010.
Backstory: Reporting in Gaza
Daily News Egypt’s Jon Jensen discusses the challenges of reporting in the Gaza Strip. Story originally published by Daily News Egypt on January 3, 2010.
Gaza’s Five-Star Destination
On the shore of Gaza City, a large building lays as a casualty of the years of conflict. Story originally published by Daily News Egypt on December 15, 2009.
Israeli Hold on Gaza Strains Fishing Industry
Early morning in the harbor off Gaza City and fishermen are busy hauling in the day’s catch. But see why scenes like this one are becoming more and more rare in Gaza. Originally published by Global Post on December 7, 2009.
Egypt Reacts to Obama Election
The soundbites above are from interviews I shot for Al-Jazeera English. I shot them in Rafah, Egypt, along the border with Gaza, a few days before Barack Obama was sworn in as president. Originally published online by Al-Jazeera English on January 21, 2009.