Daijiworld Media Network - Beirut
Beirut, Jun 8 (Anadolu): Lebanon’s Information Ministry has issued a stern warning to all citizens, including prominent figures, artists, and journalists, advising them to avoid any form of contact—direct or indirect—with Israeli army spokespersons or affiliated media outlets, citing national security concerns and legal prohibitions.
The statement, reported by Lebanon’s official National News Agency (NNA), came after a video message by Lebanese actress Nadine al Rassi addressed to Israeli army spokesperson Avichay Adraee sparked controversy.
The ministry emphasized that any engagement with Israeli military representatives or media constitutes a clear breach of Lebanese laws, particularly those related to the ongoing boycott of Israel.
Officials also expressed alarm over the circulation of false information and anonymous audio messages on social media, which they warned could fuel confusion and unrest among the Lebanese public. Citizens were urged to rely on credible news sources and to refrain from sharing unverified or suspicious content.
In her video message Thursday, Rassi had appealed to Adraee to clarify which areas the Israeli military intended to target, hoping to prevent panic.
In response, Adraee claimed that Israel “never had a problem with the Lebanese state or its people” and insisted that it did not wish to damage Lebanon’s tourism or its image.
The tension comes after Israeli warplanes conducted eight airstrikes on Beirut’s Dahieh district on Thursday—marking the fourth major attack on the area since a ceasefire agreement was reached last November.
Residents of Dahieh have begun fleeing in response to evacuation threats and the increasing air raids.