Piers Morgan Blocks Gazan Journalist Who Begged Him for Help

Omar Abd Rabou is a prominent Gaza-based journalist and a vocal critic of Hamas.

He describes himself as a writer advocating for "truth, justice, and peace" from Gaza, and has over 13,000 followers on X. His account has become a platform for documenting hardships under Hamas rule and the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

After losing his siblings in an Israeli airstrike, life in Gaza has become increasingly difficult for him.

He has turned to social media, describing his situation as a "trap" and a "living hell" due to persecution by Hamas for his outspoken criticism of the ongoing war. He also claims he has been targeted since the early days of the conflict, including for a tweet on October 7, 2023, where he condemned the Hamas-led attack on Israel as a "disaster."

"Why am I still imprisoned in Gaza? What is my crime? No one helps me escape this living hell," Abd Rabou wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter) yesterday (Tuesday), which has garnered hundreds of likes and shares. He emphasized his commitment to peace, stating, "I love peace, I reject hate, I respect all faiths, races, and beliefs and I fight for justice and peace." In another post from the same day, he reflected on the war's toll: "This war has stolen half my family, my home, my work, my friends, and everyone I loved. Now I am utterly alone, hunted even for survival… as if my story is destined to be the final chapter."

Abd Rabou's pleas come nearly two years after the October 7, 2023, attacks that ignited the current Israel-Hamas war, which has devastated Gaza.

In an earlier post on August 9, 2025, Abd Rabou detailed his physical injuries: "I survived horrific torture for my journalism and political expression. I suffer from multiple fractures and wounds, with official medical reports confirming my condition. I urgently need treatment abroad and psychological support."

Media coverage of Abd Rabou's situation has emerged in recent weeks.

On August 13, Abd Rabou tagged Morgan in a post: "Piers Morgan.. People have been tagging you, asking you to share my story from Gaza. I don’t know you, but I believe your voice could make a difference. I’m trapped and in danger, please read my tweets and help bring attention to my situation."

This plea followed reports of Abd Rabou being assaulted by Hamas operatives for his social media criticism of the group. On August 25, he escalated his criticism, writing: "Piers Morgan is biased and unfair. He ignores urgent calls to highlight my suffering in Gaza, choosing only what suits his agenda. Watching silently without action is not neutrality, it’s negligence."

An article in Israel Hayom the next day reported what had happened. Similarly, an Italian outlet, Libero Quotidiano, published a story on August 22, 2025, describing Abd Rabou as a "forgotten Palestinian journalist in Gaza because he doesn't stand with Hamas," questioning the lack of outrage from international media and activists over his plight.

Yesterday, he noted, "Piers Morgan has blocked me on X after I criticized him. At least now I know he’s well aware of my case, but he chose to avoid admitting that he is on the wrong side."

In a post garnering over 367,000 views, Abd Rabou stated that the block confirms Morgan's awareness of his case but unwillingness to acknowledge being "on the wrong side."

This incident aligns with Morgan's well-documented history of blocking individuals on X who publicly disagree with him or criticize his views, a tactic he has employed throughout his social media presence.

Morgan's blocking spree dates back years and has targeted celebrities, journalists, and activists alike. In 2011, he permanently banned actor Hugh Grant from his CNN and ITV shows and implied a Twitter block, after Grant criticized the tabloid press, tweeting that Grant was a "tedious little man." In 2017, he blocked comedian Kathy Burke after she mocked him for falling for a hoax tweet about a celebrity's death; Morgan later apologized in 2023, suggesting a "mutual de-blocking," but the initial action highlighted his quick resort to blocking dissenters. More recently, in 2022, Morgan blocked former GB News anchor Simon McCoy following a heated exchange over his show's viewing figures, calling McCoy "bitter" before cutting off interaction. That same year, he engaged in a public spat with far-right activist Tommy Robinson, blocking him amid accusations of spreading "dangerous lies." Even his own son, Spencer Morgan, has clashed with him on X over issues like the Russia-Ukraine conflict, though they resolved it without a block.

Critics, including media analysts, have described Morgan's Twitter behavior as a "sinister cultural force," where he defends his on-air controversies by blocking and insulting detractors, often retweeting praise while dismissing criticism as "nonsense" or "crap." This pattern has fueled perceptions of him as a "one-man clickbait machine" who thrives on division but silences opposition online.

Abd Rabou's story echoes the dangers faced by dissenting voices within Gaza amid the protracted war. He has expressed regret over returning to Gaza after travels to Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Turkey, stating on August 26, "Life in Gaza has made me hate myself, I just wish I were anywhere outside." In multiple posts, he has urged countries and institutions to facilitate his evacuation, noting failed attempts to leave and worsening health issues. One such appeal on August 25 targeted the UAE: "I deeply appreciate the UAE’s role in Gaza. However, I kindly ask for your help to facilitate my travel to the UAE."

Besides for his shocking and heartbreaking story, what stands out is Piers Morgan who has become even more famous and successful (if you could call it that), riding on the coattails of the Israel-Hamas war.

But when it doesn't sound him, he simply, pathetically, pushes the 'block' button and moves along.