“Shocked by the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Aqla who was reporting on ISF incursions in Jenin. We express our deepest condolences to her family and call for a swift and independent investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice. Imperative to ensure the safety and protection of journalists covering conflicts,” the European Union mission in Palestine tweeted.

“Imperative to ensure the safety and protection of journalists covering conflicts,” it added.

Shireen Abu Aqla began working as a journalist for Al Jazeera in 1997, becoming well-known as a reporter on their Arabic-language channel.

She lived and worked in East Jerusalem, reporting on major events related to Palestine including the Second Intifada, and additionally covering Israeli politics. She often reported on funerals for Palestinians killed by zionist forces.

Abu Akleh continued in her role with Al Jazeera until she was killed by zionist occupation forces earlier on Wednesday. (ILKHA)