

Jamal Elshayyal
Director of Al Jazeera 360. Provides insights and perspective on the media coverage and events related to the conflict.
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Feb 9, 2026 • 38min
Jamal Elshayyal: inside the war for journalism’s future
Jamal Elshayyal, Al Jazeera’s Director of Digital News Content and former frontline correspondent, shares his path from reporting the Arab Spring to shaping digital strategy. He discusses language and framing in coverage. He talks about social media’s rise and failings. He outlines plans for streaming, multilingual platforms, and cautious AI use while protecting editorial integrity.

Aug 13, 2025 • 1h 2min
“NOT a Journalist!” Israeli Strike Kills Al Jazeera Reporters | Scholars Debate Genocide
Jamal Elshayyal, Director of Al Jazeera 360, shares insights on the controversial targeting of journalists in conflict zones, while Jotam Confino, a Middle East correspondent, discusses journalist connections to Hamas. Genocide expert William Schabas and law professor Jeffrey Lax engage in a heated debate about the classification of the current conflict as genocide, diving deep into legal definitions and implications. The discussion probes the ethics of targeting media figures amidst warfare, raising crucial questions about accountability and the safety of journalists.


