In a heartfelt and exclusive interview with NBC News' Ayman Mohyeldin, Al Jazeera Gaza bureau chief Wael Al Dahdouh opened up about the personal sacrifices he has endured while covering Israel's assault on the Gaza Strip. Al Dahdouh has tragically lost his wife, 15-year-old son, 7-year-old daughter, and a grandson in Israeli airstrikes since October 7th.

Al Dahdouh, who has become a globally recognized symbol of the devastating toll faced by journalists, spoke about the emotional toll of such unspeakable personal tragedy. He recounted the pain and grief, but also the unwavering conviction to continue delivering a humanitarian message in the face of immense adversity.

The loss became even more unbearable for Al Dahdouh when his 27-year-old son, Hamza Dahdouh, who was also a journalist and cameraman with Al Jazeera, was killed alongside his colleague, Mustafa Thuraya, in an Israeli airstrike. They were driving to report near the southern city of Rafah when they lost their lives.

Al Jazeera, in response to the tragic deaths, strongly condemned and rejected what they perceive as Israel's attempts to justify the killing of their journalists. The Committee to Protect Journalists reports that since October 7th, a total of 82 journalists have lost their lives, highlighting the immense danger faced by reporters in conflict zones.

Despite enduring tremendous personal losses, Al Dahdouh has bravely continued his work and remained steadfast in his commitment to covering the ongoing bombardment of Gaza. He emphasized that he did not use his platform as a means for revenge but instead returned to carry out his duties even though the pain was overwhelming.

Al Dahdouh acknowledged the sacrifices his family had made to enable him to pursue his challenging and perilous work. He revealed that they rarely saw him and endured great suffering, but their selflessness motivates him to persist in his job.

While Al Dahdouh has received statements of solidarity and condemnation from journalists and press freedom groups around the world, he believes that more support is needed for the reporters on the ground who face constant threats to their safety and lives.

Expressing his disappointment, Al Dahdouh shared that many Palestinian journalists feel abandoned and left to face the ongoing massacre without adequate international support. He hopes that President Joe Biden, as the leader of the most powerful nation, will closely examine the situation in Gaza and consider both sides of the narrative.

Al Dahdouh urged President Biden to listen to the voices of ordinary people who are paying the price for the conflict. He highlighted the importance of recognizing their rights as human beings and partners in humanity.

During Secretary of State Antony Blinken's recent Middle East trip, he acknowledged the tragic losses suffered by Wael Dahdouh's family and other journalists, calling it the worst possible loss. Blinken also stated that he raised the issue of journalist deaths during his visit to the region.

The story of Wael Al Dahdouh serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by journalists in conflict zones and the urgent need to safeguard press freedom. It amplifies the call for increased support to protect the lives and rights of journalists reporting from the frontlines.