Hundreds gathered in south Lebanon today to mourn Amal Khalil, a journalist whose life was cut short by an Israeli strike. Colleagues, friends, and family carried her coffin through the streets, draped in a Lebanese flag and photos of her work.
"She was not just a reporter; she was the voice of the voiceless," said one mourner.
Khalil, known for her coverage of regional conflicts, was killed while on assignment. The Israeli military has not commented on the specific strike, but tensions along the border remain high.
Her death has drawn condemnation from press freedom groups, who call for an independent investigation. Today, her community remembered her not as a casualty, but as a storyteller who paid the ultimate price.