Lebanese-Armenian Christians Atam Krikor Hekimian and Manuel Babikian were killed in battles against the Israel Defense Forces in southern Lebanon.

They participated in the defense of their homeland, together with Hezbollah fighters, the Telegram channel First Middle Eastern reports.

Both were employees of the Lebanese International University.

It is noteworthy that Hezbollah has historically been supported not only by Shiite Muslims, but also by Lebanese of various religious and political views—including Christians, atheists, and communists.