Doha, Qatar: Palestinian photographer Motaz Azaiza announced on Friday that he has been nominated for the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize.
On his social media platforms, the 25-year-old photographer shared, "I have been nominated for the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize."
He also posted a screenshot showing his name among the qualified nominees, with a note that he has been nominated for "giving the world an insight into the atrocities in Gaza."
He asked his followers for their support.
I have been nominated for 2024 Nobel Peace prize "for giving the world an insight into the atrocities in gaza."
— MoTaz (@azaizamotaz9) August 23, 2024
wish me luck and i hope my people to get Peace NOW.
Free Palestine ????????
Known for sharing his videos in English about Gaza, Azaiza initially focused on highlighting the beauty of his country, its traditions, and the daily life of Palestinians.
However, after October 7, 2023, he shifted to documenting the Israeli attacks on Gaza and the circumstances faced by its people.
Azaiza’s social media accounts have become a crucial platform for many to stay updated on the real situation in Gaza.
He has 17.8 million followers on Instagram, one million on X and over 500,000 on Facebook.
Born in Deir al-Balah in the Gaza Strip, Azaiza graduated from Al-Azhar University in 2021.
He later worked as a cameraman for ABC News and has volunteered with the Palestinian Red Crescent Society.
He was also employed by UNRWA to document events in Gaza.
In October 2023, 15 members of Azaiza’s family were killed during an airstrike conducted by the Israeli Air Force on his family’s home in the Deir al-Balah refugee camp in Gaza City.
According to the Palestinian News Agency (WAFA), approximately 100,000 Palestinians have been displaced from Azaiza’s hometown, eastern Deir al-Balah, over the past two days due to ongoing intense Israeli airstrikes on the city and its surroundings.
