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Content from Al-Akhbar is available under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license 2025©
The article must be attributed to Al-Akhbar – Commercial use of the work is prohibited – Any modification of the text is prohibited unless otherwise authorized
Recent reports indicate that the Lebanese news outlet Al-Akhbar has updated its licensing terms, making its content available under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. This change allows for wider dissemination of the publication’s work, but also includes specific stipulations regarding attribution and usage.
According to the newly released guidelines, any use of Al-Akhbar content requires proper attribution to the source. Commercial use of the material is explicitly prohibited, and any alterations to the text are not permitted without prior authorization. The licensing update, dated 2025, aims to balance accessibility with the protection of the publication’s intellectual property.
The move to a Creative Commons license reflects a growing trend among news organizations seeking to expand their reach while maintaining control over their content. This licensing structure allows for non-commercial sharing and adaptation, potentially increasing the visibility of Al-Akhbar’s reporting.
