Arabic version: وزير العدل اللبناني يبلّغ عن مضايقات للصحفيين من قبل مسلحين

Lebanon’s Justice Minister has reported incidents of harassment against journalists by armed men reportedly linked to Hezbollah. These incidents occurred near Al Kafaat, raising concerns about the safety of media personnel in the region.

According to LBC, the harassment of journalists has become a pressing issue, prompting calls for protection measures to ensure their safety while reporting.

The involvement of armed groups in intimidating journalists highlights the challenges faced by media professionals in Lebanon. This situation underscores the need for stronger safeguards to uphold press freedom in the country.

Authorities are urged to investigate these incidents and take appropriate actions to prevent further harassment of journalists in the future.