Israeli Airstrike Kills Three Journalists in Lebanon

An Israeli airstrike in the Hasbaya region of southern Lebanon has killed three journalists, prompting accusations of a targeted assassination. The victims included two staffers from Al-Mayadeen TV and a cameraman for Hezbollah's Al-Manar, with local media reporting the strike occurred at a guesthouse where multiple media personnel were present. Lebanon's Information Minister condemned the attack as a premeditated war crime, stating that it was a deliberate targeting of journalists. This incident is part of a broader escalation of violence along the Lebanon-Israel border, which has intensified since the outbreak of conflict in Gaza. The airstrike has raised concerns about the safety of journalists operating in conflict zones, following previous instances of violence against media personnel in the region. International responses are anticipated as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with Lebanese and regional leaders amid these escalating tensions.