October 7: Two Years of Chaos
Rayan Chami 07/10 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Two years ago today, Hamas launched the “Al-Aqsa Flood” attack on Israel, an offensive that devastated Gaza and set the Middle East ablaze. A look back at the defining moments of this ordeal, which may soon end with Trump’s plan for lasting peace.
Hezbollah Disarmament: Cabinet Backs Army, Keeps Deliberations Confidential
Rayan Chami 06/10 20:15 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Hezbollah Lebanese Army Council of Ministers
The Council of Ministers decided on Monday to approve the army’s comprehensive plan to place all weapons under state control, while suspending the license of the Resalat association, a group affiliated with Hezbollah. The decision came during a session chaired by President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam at Baabda Palace to discuss a ...
Hezbollah Disarmament: Cabinet to Review Army’s First Report
Rayan Chami 06/10 15:35 - Reading : less than a minute
The Lebanese Army is set to present its first report to the government today, Monday, October 6, as part of its action plan to disarm Hezbollah.
Lebanon’s Roads Face the Eternal Test of Rain
Rayan Chami 29/09 19:00 - Reading : less than a minute
As autumn sets in, worry returns, as residents wonder whether Lebanon’s roads will withstand the coming rains. In Dbayeh, a symbol of recurring floods, authorities promise repairs, but Beirut citizens we spoke to fear yet another round of chaos.
War and Drought Threaten Lebanese Olive Oil
Rayan Chami 29/09 15:35 - Reading : less than a minute
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In 2025, olive oil production is at risk due to drought and the war that devastated parts of South Lebanon, a region famed for its olive groves and high-quality oil.
iPhone 17: Thinner, More Powerful... But Not Perfect
Rayan Chami 26/09 10:45 - Reading : less than a minute
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Apple has unveiled the iPhone 17. Light, thin, powerful... it's already creating buzz, but some users are quick to criticize. And as with every launch, Samsung didn’t waste any time throwing jabs. Here's the breakdown.
Hezbollah Challenges the Law in Raoucheh
Rayan Chami 24/09 15:35 - Reading : less than a minute
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Hezbollah has announced plans to project portraits of Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine onto the Pigeon Rock in Raoucheh on September 25 at 5 PM, marking the first anniversary of their death. The announcement sparked swift backlash, prompting Prime Minister Nawaf Salam to remind the public that using heritage or public sites without prior ...
Nasrallah Assassination: New Revelations Unveiled
Rayan Chami 23/09 11:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Hassan Nasrallah Hezbollah Israel Mossad Assassination
Days before the commemoration of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah’s assassination, Israeli daily Yedioth Ahronoth revealed new details about the operation. According to the report, agents on the ground, along with devices placed above his bunker, played a decisive role in the success of the strike. Here’s what we know.
Saudi-Pakistan Defense Pact Reshapes Regional Power Dynamics
Rayan Chami 18/09 18:35 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement on Wednesday, making any act of aggression against one country an act of aggression against both. The accord was formalized during Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s state visit to Riyadh, where he met Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Officials described the deal as a ...
Rigged Pagers: Hezbollah’s Fatal Blow
Rayan Chami 17/09 17:40 - Reading : less than a minute
Hezbollah Pagers Israel Lebanon
September 17, 2024, will be remembered as a dark day in Hezbollah’s history. Thirty-nine people were killed and around 3, 500 thousand of its officials and fighters were injured in brutal and unusual circumstances: the simultaneous explosion of booby-trapped pagers and walkie-talkies. Let’s break it down.
Trump’s Historic Second UK State Visit
Rayan Chami 16/09 19:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Donald Trump United Kingdom USA State Visit
Donald Trump’s return to the United Kingdom marks an unprecedented moment, as he becomes the first US president to be invited for a second state visit. With ceremonies at Windsor Castle, meetings with King Charles and Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and discussions on trade and global security, this visit blends royal tradition with high-stakes ...
Back to School, but at What Cost?
Rayan Chami 15/09 18:55 - Reading : less than a minute
For kids, going back to school means excitement, the smell of fresh notebooks and the joy of picking a backpack. For parents, it is a financial balancing act, with prices ranging from notebooks under a dollar to backpacks costing over a hundred, and every small item adding up.
Motorcycle Accidents: One Life Lost Daily
Rayan Chami 11/09 12:55 - Reading : less than a minute
At least one life is lost every day to motorcycle accidents in Lebanon, according to YASA. The organization warns that the growing chaos on the roads is claiming young lives across the country, urging quick enforcement of traffic laws to protect riders and pedestrians.
Government Approves the Disarmament Plan Submitted by the Army
Rayan Chami 05/09 20:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Disarmament Plan Lebanese Army Council of Ministers
Army Chief Rodolphe Haykal presented a disarmament plan to the Cabinet. Ministers welcomed it, despite a Shia walkout that exposed divisions.
Disarmament Plan: Government Talks Begin
Rayan Chami 05/09 15:45 - Reading : less than a minute
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The government has opened discussions at the presidential palace on the Lebanese Army’s plan to disarm militias.
The Strength to Overcome: From Cancer to Graduation
Rayan Chami 28/08 10:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Ortagus Calls for Lebanon’s Sovereignty
Rayan Chami 25/08 22:45 - Reading : less than a minute
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During an exclusive dinner in Beirut attended by US Envoy Morgan Ortagus, US Senator Lindsey Graham and prominent Lebanese figures, Ortagus urged generational change, Hezbollah’s disarmament and the restoration of Lebanon’s sovereignty, with the backing of US leadership.
Ortagus to This Is Beirut: Hezbollah Does Not Represent the Lebanese People
Rayan Chami 25/08 22:10 - Reading : less than a minute
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In an exclusive interview with This is Beirut, US Envoy Morgan Ortagus stressed that Hezbollah represents Iran, not the Lebanese people. “The US supports a strong Lebanese state, its army and its institutions,” she emphasized.
Lindsey Graham to This Is Beirut: Hezbollah Is an Obstacle to Growth
Rayan Chami 25/08 22:05 - Reading : less than a minute
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In an exclusive interview with This is Beirut, Senator Lindsey Graham stated that Hezbollah is an obstacle to Lebanon’s growth and integration into the region.
Kiruna Church on the Move
Rayan Chami 19/08 16:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
With great fanfare, a historic red wooden church considered one of Sweden's most beautiful buildings began its slow move from its home in the Arctic town of Kiruna on Tuesday to allow the expansion of Europe's biggest underground mine. Kiruna's entire town center is being moved because of the giant LKAB iron ore mine that dominates ...
Ivory Coast Village Faces Burial Crisis as Sea Advances
Rayan Chami 15/08 17:05 - Reading : less than a minute
In the Ivory Coast village of Lahou-Kpanda, rising seas have engulfed nearly the entire cemetery, forcing families to exhume loved ones and relocate them inland as the Atlantic erodes the coastline.
National Guard Begins DC Deployment Despite Uproar
Rayan Chami 13/08 17:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Donald Trump Republicans Washington National Guard
President Donald Trump announced on August 11 the deployment of approximately 800 National Guard troops to Washington, DC, to assume temporary federal control over the city's police force. The move, which Trump framed as a response to escalating crime, has drawn widespread scrutiny, given that official statistics indicate violent crime in the city ...
Kabyle Region: Where the Ground Shines White with Salt
Rayan Chami 12/08 16:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Algeria Kabyle salt harvesting heritage
In Algeria’s Kabyle mountains, villagers keep a centuries-old salt harvesting tradition alive, passing their craft from one generation to the next.
Oussama Rahbani and Hiba Tawaji Ignite Baalbeck
Rayan Chami 10/08 08:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Baalbeck Oussama Rahbani Hiba Tawaji Festival
In Baalbeck’s timeless temples, Oussama Rahbani and Hiba Tawaji weave a tapestry of sound and memory, where melodies rise like whispers from the past, carrying longing and hope. A breathtaking tribute that awakens the soul of the temple and stirs the hearts of all who listen.
Hiba Tawaji and Oussama Rahbani Reinvent Baalbeck’s Stage
Rayan Chami 09/08 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Baalbeck Oussama Rahbani Hiba Tawaji festival
Oussama Rahbani and Hiba Tawaji captivated Baalbeck with a bold performance, igniting the ancient citadel with innovation and tradition. A powerful call for peace.
Baalbeck: Festivities Revive the Region
Rayan Chami 08/08 19:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Baalbeck Oussama Rahbani Hiba Tawaji
Hiba Tawaji and Oussama Rahbani’s concert, sponsored by This is Beirut and Ici Beyrouth, brings new life to Baalbeck and its surroundings, sparking hope, boosting tourism and reconnecting locals as well as expatriates.
Ancient Clues in Gabon’s Forests
Rayan Chami 05/08 14:40 - Reading : less than a minute
In Gabon’s forests, archaeologists have uncovered tools, pottery, and traces of early life that reveal how prehistoric humans lived and adapted.
Drought Threatens Iraq’s Ancient Marshes
Rayan Chami 01/08 17:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Iraq’s ancient marshes are drying up, killing buffaloes and forcing herders to flee, as drought and extreme heat destroy this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Beating the Heat in Lebanon
Rayan Chami 28/07 18:45 - Reading : less than a minute
As temperatures soar across Lebanon, residents adapt with early outings, beach visits and indoor alternatives to cope with the ongoing heatwave.
Lebanon: The Art of Giving Directions Without Addresses
Rayan Chami 24/07 16:05 - Reading : less than a minute
In Lebanon, most streets have no names, and buildings aren’t registered. Here is why the address system fails, and what was done to fix it.