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UN calls for probe into killing of journalists in Israeli strikes
Middle East Eye1 days ago
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UN human rights office calls for investigation into Israeli strikes killing journalists in southern Lebanon on 28 March, including Hezbollah-linked correspondent. Reflects ongoing Israel-Hezbollah escalation and targeting of media personnel.
Summary
UN calls for probe into killing of journalists in Israeli strikes
Israeli strikes on 28 March killed Ali Shoeib, a correspondent for Hezbollah’s Al-Manar, along with Al-Mayadeen reporter Fatima Ftouni and her cameraman brother Mohammed as they covered fighting in southern Lebanon.
The United Nations human rights office said the killings must be “promptly, fully and independently investigated by an international body”.
Israel’s military said, without providing evidence, that Shoeib was targeted as a Hezbollah intelligence operative.
UN experts said working for a media outlet linked to an armed group does not amount to direct participation in hostilities.
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Identified Entities
Countries & Regions
IsraelHezbollahLebanonUnited NationsAl-ManarAl-Mayadeen
Weapons & Military
Israeli airstrikes
Threat Indicators
military action
nuclear threat
cyber warfare
terrorism
Key Phrases
"Active military strikes in southern Lebanon""Targeting of media/journalist personnel""International law concerns""Ongoing Hezbollah-Israel confrontation""UN investigation call"