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Story summary
- An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed three journalists—Ali Shoeib of Al Manar, Fatima Ftouni, and Mohammed Ftouni, a cameraman—near Jezzine in a clearly marked press vehicle.
- Israel said Ali Shoeib was linked to Hezbollah, but networks disputed the claim.
- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the attack as a blatant crime violating international law.
- CPJ reports a record number of journalist fatalities in 2025, largely attributed to Israeli actions.
