One more cruel reminder that conservation and ecological tourism may not bring peace, but certainly need peace. Hopefully Mona Khalil's many friends and followers around the world will find a way to continue her important work for sea turtles in Lebanon. Why is it so easy for some to destroy those who try to save us? www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/20/mona-khalil-…

Israeli attack kills famed turtle sanctuary ecologist in Lebanon | Lebanon | The Guardian

Mona Khalil led decades-long effort to protect nesting site for turtles near her home in south of the country