The announcement of Ayyad's martyrdom came this morning following his battle with critical injuries. He was targeted by an Israeli reconnaissance plane, resulting in injuries to his brain, heart, and liver. He was subsequently transported to Baptist Hospital for treatment.

Ayyad's death adds to the growing toll of journalist casualties in Gaza, with 142 journalists martyred since October 7, 2023, due to Israeli gunfire and airstrikes. (ILKHA)