Christian Farmer Kidnapped and Tortured in Rural for Refusing to Pay “Jizya”

Farmer Abdo Mikhael Saliba, a resident of , near the town of in western rural , was kidnapped for two days by 's Militia. During his captivity, Saliba was severely beaten and tortured for refusing to pay the “Jizya”, which had been imposed on him in exchange for permission to access his farm.

The residents of Rableh are facing continuous pressure and threats from militants, who are forcing them to pay the Jizya in order to continue their agricultural work.

In a related development, local sources reported that Militia has been terrorizing Christian residents in , confiscating their homes and properties and throwing their belongings into the streets. (Attached is an image documenting the incident.)

Additionally, Mar Sharbel Maronite Monastery, located in Jabal Al-Aboudiyeh near Rableh, was vandalized and destroyed.

*Jizya ( islamic historical tax)