BEIRUT: The Lebanese government announced its intention to file a complaint with international courts against Israel, accusing it of targeting journalists. This move underscores the escalating tensions between Lebanon and Israel, amid a challenging environment for journalists operating in the region.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Lebanese Minister of Information Ziad Makari confirmed the government’s plan during a press conference. He highlighted the presence of 1,638 foreign journalists working in Lebanon, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding their safety and freedom. Makari described the situation in Lebanon as a war against Israel, dismissing the notion of an internal civil conflict, and acknowledged the severe crisis Lebanon is currently facing.

Makari urged unity within Lebanon, calling for political and public solidarity against Israeli actions. He stressed the importance of supporting media efforts on the Lebanese front and maintaining civil peace as a means of countering what he ter
med Zionist aggression. In his remarks, Makari also emphasized the need for wisdom in navigating Lebanon’s complex crises to protect the country’s supreme interests.