Israeli airstrike kills three Lebanese journalists, Israel says it targeted one - Reuters

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March 28, 2026
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Israeli strike kills three Lebanese journalists according to Al Manar TV.

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An Israeli strike killed three Lebanese journalists, according to Al Manar TV, the media outlet affiliated with Hezbollah. The deaths mark an escalation in targeting of media personnel amid ongoing cross-border military operations between Israel and Lebanese armed groups. Journalists covering conflict zones face heightened risk, and strikes on media workers raise concerns about press freedom and the protection of civilians under international law. The incident occurs within the broader context of Israel-Hezbollah tensions that have intensified significantly in recent months. Al Manar TV has not immediately provided additional details about the location or timing of the strike.

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