Israeli strike kills three journalists in southern Lebanon

A general view of the destruction after the Israeli army's attacks on As-Saksakiyah district of Sidon, Lebanon on March 27, 2026. (Photo/AA)

A targeted Israeli airstrike near the city of Jezzine in southern Lebanon has claimed the lives of three journalists, including prominent correspondents from Al-Manar and Al-Mayadeen. This event underscores the severe risks faced by media personnel operating in conflict zones. The incident occurred during an intensified military operation, which has encompassed strikes across 42 locations, further contributing to the rising casualty figures observed since early March.

Three journalists were killed in a vehicle strike near Jezzine.
The Israel Defense Forces acknowledged the strike on one of the journalists, Ali Shuaib.
Military operations have expanded to affect 42 towns and cities across Lebanon.
The ongoing conflict has resulted in 1,142 deaths and 3,315 injuries since March 2, 2026.

Three journalists have been killed as an Israeli air strike targeted a vehicle they were travelling in near the city of Jezzine in southern Lebanon, according to an Anadolu correspondent.

The deceased include Al-Manar TV correspondent Ali Shuaib, Al-Mayadeen correspondent Fatima Fatouni, and a cameraman.

In a statement, the Israeli army admitted the killing of Ali Shuaib, but did not comment on the death of the other two journalists.

Earlier, the Lebanese National News Agency (NNA) reported that an Israeli air strike targeted a car on the Al-Barad road in Jezzine, without providing further details.

Israel launched air strikes and artillery attacks on 42 towns, cities, and areas in Lebanon since dawn on Saturday, most of them in the south, according to the news agency.

The Israeli offensive against Lebanon, which began on March 2, has killed at least 1,142 people and wounded 3,315, according to the latest figures from the Lebanese Ministry of Health.

Source: TRT