Daniel Pearl
Journalist and Wall Street Journal reporter
Born
October 10th, 1963
61 years ago
Died
2002
23 years ago — 39 years old
Category
Journalists & Media Figures
Country
United States
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A journalist worked for the Wall Street Journal, covering international topics with a focus on South Asia. Researched and wrote articles regarding economic and political issues in the region. Kidnapped and murdered in Pakistan while investigating a story in 2002, which led to widespread condemnation and discussions about journalistic safety. The tragic event highlighted the dangers faced by journalists in conflict zones.
Covered economic and political issues in South Asia
Kidnapped and murdered in 2002
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