Challenges, Opportunities and Solutions in Conflictive Settings

Peace journalism is both an academic discipline and a movement concerned with the media's role in reporting events in conflict-affected areas. This research examines the practice of peace journalism in Lebanon, a country characterized by a diverse media landscape that remains deeply polarized and politicized. The study adopts a qualitative approach, beginning with an exploration of the political economy that shapes Lebanese media. It then offers a comprehensive content analysis of news coverage of Lebanon’s 2022 Parliamentary Elections, examining 857 news items. In addition, the study includes 18 in-depth interviews with television journalists and editors based in Beirut. Through thematic analysis, the study identifies key challenges, opportunities, and solutions for practicing peace journalism in conflict-prone environments.