Summary
American journalist Dylan Collins was wounded in a 2023 strike by Israel in south Lebanon, which killed another journalist, Issam Abdallah. Collins and U.S. lawmakers are calling for answers about why Israeli forces targeted the journalists and why there has been no accountability. Despite U.S. pressure, Israel claims the shooting was unintentional but has not conducted a thorough investigation.
Key Facts
- Dylan Collins and Issam Abdallah were reporters in south Lebanon when they were hit by an Israeli strike.
- The attack hurt Collins and killed Abdallah in 2023.
- Lawmakers and press freedom groups in the U.S. are asking for explanations from Israel.
- Israel claimed the attack was unintentional but did not provide evidence of a real investigation.
- Reports indicate that journalists were clearly marked and visible with press gear.
- Israeli drones flew over the journalists before the attack occurred.
- Collins and others injured in the attack were not questioned in the investigation by Israel.
- The U.S. provided over $21 billion in military aid to Israel during this period.
