Rights groups say Israeli attack that killed Lebanese journalist an apparent war crime
Summary
Two human rights groups, Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International, say an Israeli attack in southern Lebanon killed journalist Amal Khalil and injured camerawoman Zeinab Faraj. They call the attack an apparent war crime and want an independent investigation by the International Criminal Court.Key Facts
- The attack occurred on April 22 in the town of al-Tiri, southern Lebanon.
- Amal Khalil, a reporter for al-Akhbar newspaper, was killed; Zeinab Faraj, a freelance camerawoman, was seriously injured.
- Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International reviewed videos, photos, and witness reports to conclude the attack targeted the journalists.
- The Israeli military says the strikes targeted Hezbollah operatives, not journalists, and expressed regret for any harm caused.
- The journalists were first attacked while driving, then hit again after leaving their car, and finally their shelter was destroyed in a third strike.
- Israeli drones closely monitored the journalists during the attack, creating fear and danger.
- Rescue workers from the Lebanese Red Cross were blocked from reaching the injured by drone-delivered stun grenades and gunfire.
- Both rights groups urge Lebanon to accept International Criminal Court authority and demand an independent probe into the incident.
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