Summary
Three journalists from Lebanese TV stations were killed in an Israeli military strike in southern Lebanon. The incident involved reporters from Hezbollah-affiliated Al Manar TV and Al Mayadeen. Lebanese authorities and the journalists' employers have condemned the attack.
Key Facts
- The strike took place in the town of Jezzine, southern Lebanon.
- The journalists killed were Ali Shoeib, Fatima Ftouni, and Mohamed Ftouni.
- The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed Ali Shoeib's death, labeling him a Hezbollah member.
- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned the strike, citing international law violations.
- This is the second accusation against Israel for targeting journalists in Lebanon during the ongoing conflict.
- Over 1,100 civilians, including 120 children, have died in Lebanon during the conflict so far.
- More than a million people have been displaced in Lebanon, worsening the humanitarian crisis.
