Libel is a form of defamation that involves making false statements about someone in written or published form. This can include statements in newspapers, books, or online articles that damage a person's reputation. To be considered libelous, the statement must be untrue and presented as a fact. In order to win a libel case, the person who claims to have been harmed must prove that the statement was false, damaging, and made with negligence or malice. Laws regarding libel can vary by country, but the general principle is to protect individuals from false and harmful statements that can affect their lives and careers.