Survivor of Israeli Strike in Lebanon Presses for Accountability in Washington

An AFP journalist, Dylan Collins, who was injured in a 2023 Israeli strike in Lebanon that killed a Reuters colleague, was in Washington this month demanding accountability. His presence brings the issue of journalist safety in conflict zones directly to the doorstep of U.S. policymakers.

The 2023 Strike on the Border

The incident occurred in October 2023, when a strike attributed to Israeli forces hit a group of international journalists in southern Lebanon. The attack killed Reuters photojournalist Issam Abdallah and injured several others, including Collins of AFP. According to multiple reports, the journalists were clearly identifiable as members of the press.

A Push for Answers in D.C.

This month, Collins has been in Washington, D.C., to urge the U.S. government to pressure Israel for a transparent investigation. His advocacy aims to leverage Washington's unique influence as Israel’s most powerful ally to ensure the case isn't forgotten and to prevent future attacks on the press.