It certainly does appear that, if nothing else, the journalists in the field are hopelessly out of touch with reality. The description above makes them sound like fabulous targets of opportunity for anyone stronger and more predatory in the war zone.
I don't wish any journalists dead. Getting them out of Afghanistan before the endgame, however, might have certain salutary benefits ...
And everywhere else. I don't wish harm on them either.
I do hope this has shaken them awake to reality and
I hope it helps them understand this is war and we are the target.