Morcos receives message of solidarity from UNESCO over attacks on journalists
Information Minister Paul Morcos received a message of solidarity from UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany, confirming the organization had received Lebanon’s communications regarding attacks on journalists.
In an official letter, UNESCO said it had taken note of documented cases involving the killing and injury of journalists in Lebanon and reaffirmed its continued monitoring of media conditions in the country. The organization said it had condemned the killing of 12 journalists since 2023 and issued statements on several of the reported incidents.
UNESCO reiterated its commitment to international frameworks protecting journalists, citing relevant United Nations resolutions, including Security Council Resolution 2222 and UNESCO’s 1997 General Conference resolution. It said it would continue efforts under the UN Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity through monitoring violations, strengthening policies and supporting institutional and legal initiatives.
The organization also announced expanded technical support for national protection mechanisms and media defense initiatives.
The message comes amid efforts by Lebanon’s Information Ministry to document alleged Israeli violations against journalists and pursue accountability through coordination with UN bodies, UNESCO, the International Committee of the Red Cross, UNIFIL, the European Union and Lebanese institutions.
