Serena Shim

Journalist for Press TV

Serena Shim - Journalist for Press TV
Born

1984
41 years ago

Died

October 19th, 2014
10 years ago — 30 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A Lebanese-American journalist reported for Press TV, covering significant events in the Middle East. Reported on the Syrian civil war and provided insights into regional conflicts. Addressed issues such as media censorship and war reporting. Passed away in 2014 under controversial circumstances while on assignment.

Reported on the Syrian civil war

Highlighted media censorship issues in conflict reporting

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