The debate continues in Lebanon over Hizbullah's involvement in the war between Israel and Hamas, which broke out in the aftermath of Hamas October 7 terror attack in southern Israel. On March 17, 2024, Lebanese philosopher and journalist Makram Rabah was summoned for questioning by Lebanon's General Security Directorate for his criticism of Hizbullah. The summons was issued
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Some Lebanese political actors, like the Kataeb Party's Samy Gemayel, believe that the country cannot move forward so long as the Shiite group continues building what is effectively a parallel society .
In-depth: A recent escalation in attacks against the press and journalists in Lebanon signals a decline in media freedoms, exacerbated by a culture of impunity, corruption, and the economic crisis.
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) calls for a thorough and independent investigation into a grenade attack on a Lebanese TV channel after it broadcast a satirical sketch that elicited threats. Those responsible must be identified, says RSF, condemning the attack and voicing concern about the return of violence aimed at silencing media outlets in Lebanon.