Lebanon

Day 3: A Fragile and Breached Ceasefire

This is Beirut 2024-11-29 09:50 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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The long-awaited ceasefire seems precarious following several violations as displaced people from the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah continue to return to their homes in south Lebanon, the Bekaa and the southern suburbs of Beirut. Breaches of the Ceasefire Recent events show that the situation remains tense. The Israeli army bombed a ...

ChronicleWords, Words, Words!

Marc Saikali 2024-11-28 22:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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They were joined in their speeches by the valiant and aptly named Hossein Salami, the leader of the equally valiant Iranian Revolutionary Guards. We are still waiting for Salami’s response to the Israeli attack, which, for many, was nothing short of humiliating. One hundred Israeli planes took off, bombed multiple targets in Iran, and returned ...

Macron Calls Berri and Mikati

This is Beirut 2024-11-28 20:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Both Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati received calls from French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday. Berri's conversation with Macron focused on the overall situation in Lebanon, including the recent steps taken in relation to the ceasefire agreement and Israeli violations, as well as preparations for ...

Behind the ScenesLe Drian Welcomes Election Date and Hopes for Tangible Outcomes

Bassam Abou Zeid 2024-11-28 19:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The announcement came as Le Drian was meeting with the Quintet ambassadors (United States, France, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Qatar) at the Pine Residence, shortly before heading to Parliament. Berri invited Le Drian to observe part of the legislative session, during which Army Commander-in-Chief General Joseph Aoun’s term was extended. Aoun is ...

Mawlawi: Our Main Challenges Are Displaced Persons and Reconstruction

This is Beirut 2024-11-28 19:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The caretaker Minister of Interior, Bassam Mawlawi, announced that "the Commander-in-Chief of the Army, General Joseph Aoun, has briefed the ministers on the broad outlines of the Lebanese Armed Forces' deployment plan in South Lebanon. The plan, which will be executed in three phases, aims to ensure both the return of Lebanese citizens and the ...

VideosThe Last Night of War Brings Destruction and Hope to the Heart of Beirut

Cian Ward 2024-11-28 17:35 - Reading : less than a minute

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In the final hours of the war, Israel unleashed a wave of raids on the capital. This is Beirut spoke with residents of the targeted buildings to hear their perspective on the recent events.

AnalysisThe War Within the Couple: A Reflection of Lebanon's War?

David Sahyoun 2024-11-28 17:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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Testimony "Once, our apartment at Galerie Semaan was a peaceful haven. Now, it feels like a real pressure cooker. The atmosphere in our home has completely changed. My husband yells over the smallest things. I do too, actually. Yesterday, we argued simply because the kids were making too much noise while playing— as if noise could still bother ...

VideosIn the Southern Suburb, Life Among the Rubble

Victoria C. Werling 2024-11-28 16:50 - Reading : less than a minute

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Life is gradually returning to the southern suburb amid the rubble, as residents begin to reclaim the area.

Lebanese Army Reports Israeli Violations on Second Day of Ceasefire Agreement

This is Beirut 2024-11-28 15:55 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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On Thursday, the second day of the ceasefire agreement, the Lebanese Army issued a statement confirming that the Israeli military had committed several violations. These included breaches of Lebanese airspace and attacks on Lebanese territory using various weapons. The Lebanese Army Command stated that it is addressing these violations in ...

Parliament Approves Extension of Army Commander’s Mandate

Rayan Chami 2024-11-28 15:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Lebanon Parliament Army Commander Nabih Berri

In a session on Thursday, the Lebanese Parliament approved the extension of mandates for security chiefs holding the rank of Brigadier General and above, including Army Commander General Joseph Aoun. His term, initially set to expire in January 2025, has been extended for another year amidst political divisions and ongoing regional tensions. The ...

VideosLebanese Return to the South to Find Their Homes Destroyed

This is Beirut 2024-11-28 13:05 - Reading : less than a minute

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As tens of thousands of Lebanese head back home following the ceasefire announcement, many are finding their towns and villages have been devastated by the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. With AFP

Legislative Session Focused on Extending Joseph Aoun's Term

Rayan Chami 2024-11-28 11:45 - Reading : less than a minute

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The Lebanese Parliament is convening today to discuss extending the term of the Army Commander-in-Chief, Joseph Aoun. If quorum is achieved, debates on this matter are anticipated. Other agenda items include extending the terms of members of the Higher Judicial Council, administrative deadlines, public procurement, and evaluating state assets.