Minister of Information, Attorney Dr. Paul Morcos, affirmed that the function of social media is to facilitate communication between people, not to offend religious beliefs, symbols, and authorities, nor to engage in personal attacks or defamation. In an issued statement, Morcos said, “I have been monitoring hate speech on ... Read More »
Morcos warns of incitement risks, calls for adoption of new media law
Information Minister, Paul Morcos, warned of the dangers of escalating tensions on social media, stating that “wars begin with words,” and that digital polarization could turn into real societal division if not addressed through awareness and legal action. In an interview on the program “Liqa’ al-Ahad” on Sawt Kol ... Read More »
Morcos discusses bilateral media relations with China Media Group delegation, receives UNESCO Regional Office delegation
Minister of Information, Attorney Paul Morcos, on Tuesday received in his office at the ministry, a delegation from China Media Group’s Middle East Regional Office, which included: General Director Mo Li, Deputy Editor-in-Chief Li Chao, Senior Correspondent Yang Yuan, and Correspondent Christine Tjereh. After the meeting, Minister Morcos said: “I ... Read More »
Morcos discusses mechanism to protect journalists and enhance field safety with ICRC Lebanon Delegation Head
Minister of Information, Attorney Paul Morcos, on Tuesday visited the International Committee of the Red Cross in Lebanon, at its headquarters in Hamra, where he met with Head of the ICRC delegation in Lebanon, Agnes Dhur, in the presence of Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator at ICRC Shawky Amine Eddine. After ... Read More »
Morcos to hold series of contacts at week’s start to protect journalists, in continuation of submitted procedures, protest memoranda
Minister of Information, Attorney Dr. Paul Morcos, will resume a series of meetings early next week as part of efforts to protect journalists and media correspondents from Israeli attacks. On Monday, Morcos is scheduled to meet with members of the Beirut Bar Association, led by Imad Mortinos, to strengthen ... Read More »
Morcos, speaking to BBC News, sheds light on targeting of Lebanese journalists: Government to refer case to international bodies, pledging continued efforts
Information Minister, Attorney Dr. Paul Morcos, reiterated Lebanon’s demands in an interview with BBC News, emphasizing the need to extend and solidify the ceasefire as a crucial step towards achieving Lebanon’s other objectives. “These include the withdrawal of Israeli occupation forces from Lebanese territory, the release of prisoners, and the ... Read More »
Morcos: Information Minister Speaks for All Lebanese, Reaffirms Government Unity
Information Minister, Paul Morcos, said his role requires addressing all the Lebanese and conveying Cabinet decisions, noting criticism does not deter him as it often stems from misunderstanding the position. The Minister stressed ministerial solidarity, even when he personally objects within Cabinet. Morcos highlighted heavy human losses, exceeding 2,500 killed ... Read More »
Morcos partakes in “Cry of South” day in Bkirki: National platform to convey Southerners’ needs; roadmap of relief & resilience demands reflected in conscience of President & government
An expanded meeting was held at the Patriarchal See in Bkirki on Sunday, as part of the “Day of Love and Solidarity” dedicated to the South, bringing together Maronite Patriarch Cardinal Mar Bechara Boutros Al-Rahi, Papal Nuncio Paolo Borgia, Information Minister, Attorney Dr. Paul Morcos, alongside several members of parliament, ... Read More »
Minister Morcos to Al-Hadath: President Aoun’s speech is a roadmap to turn Lebanon from a bargaining chip into a state
Minister of Information Paul Morcos said in an interview with Al-Hadath that the speech delivered by Joseph Aoun laid out a roadmap for the country based on the exercise of national sovereignty and transforming Lebanon “from a card in someone else’s pocket into a state capable of negotiating for itself.” ... Read More »
Morcos: Salam Advances Contacts to End War as Security, Displacement and Market Oversight Reviewed
Information Minister, Paul Morcos, on Tuesday said that Prime Minister, Nawaf Salam, reviewed ongoing contacts aimed at ending the war, alongside discussions on the Masnaa crossing, security conditions and traffic management in Beirut, as well as displacement needs and relief requirements. Interior Minister, Ahmad Al-Hajjar, outlined intensified coordination, patrols and checkpoints to ease ... Read More »
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