Lebanon

Two Suspects Arrested in Zahle with a Stockpile of Weapons and Drugs

This is Beirut 11/06 11:35 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanon Zahle Lebanese Army Counterfeit Money Weapons

The Lebanese Army arrested two individuals transporting a large quantity of weapons and ammunition in their vehicle in the Chtaura-Zahle area. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Army Command said the two suspects (M.N. and H.J.) were apprehended on June 10, 2025, after a targeted operation carried out by the Intelligence Directorate. After ...

Le Drian in Beirut as Pressure Mounts Ahead of UNIFIL’s Mandate Renewal

Samar El-Kadi 11/06 11:08 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Nawaf Salam Lebanon Hezbollah UN Security Council UNIFIL Jean-Yves Le Drian

As the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) approaches its annual mandate renewal this August, tensions are mounting in south Lebanon following repeated altercations between residents and peacekeepers, jeopardizing the mission’s future. French presidential envoy Jean-Yves Le Drian is in Lebanon to reaffirm Paris’ long-term ...

Yemeni National Arrested in Lebanon for Spying for Israel

This is Beirut 11/06 10:45 - Reading : less than a minute

Nawaf Salam Lebanon Mossad Hezbolla Houthis

A Yemeni national accused of working for the Israeli Intelligence Agency (Mossad) was arrested in Lebanon on Tuesday by a Lebanese security agency, according to a Lebanese judicial source who spoke with Asharq Al-Awsat news channel. The agent is allegedly a Houthi leader working as a mediator between Hezbollah and the Houthis in Yemen, reported ...

EU Adds Lebanon to High-Risk Money Laundering Watchlist

This is Beirut 10/06 21:35 - Reading : less than a minute

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In an official announcement on Tuesday, the European Commission stated that it had added Lebanon, Algeria, Angola, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Laos, Monaco, Namibia, Nepal and Venezuela to the list of jurisdictions that require enhanced monitoring of their anti-money laundering efforts. At the same time, the Commission removed the United Arab ...

Israeli Army Kills Two in Shebaa, Lebanese Army Inspects Building in Beirut

This is Beirut 10/06 20:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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An Israeli drone targeted the Janaam area in the southern border town of Shebaa on Tuesday, killing a man from the Kanaan family and one of his sons, and injuring another son. The Israeli army later confirmed it had struck what it called two militant operatives, one from Hezbollah and the other from the Lebanese Saraya Organization. According ...

Le Drian Meets Lebanese Officials to Discuss Israel, Reforms, Reconstruction

This is Beirut 10/06 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Nawaf Salam Lebanon Le Drian Reconstructions Reforms UNIFIL

French envoy Jean-Yves Le Drian held key talks on Tuesday with Lebanese officials to address pressing security and reform challenges amid ongoing Israeli violations. Le Drian underscored the urgency of the moment, saying, “Lebanon has a unique opportunity not only to restore internal cohesion but also to improve its international image and ...

VideosDo You Believe in the Evil Eye Symbol?

Lyne Sammouri 10/06 17:55 - Reading : less than a minute

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The Evil Eye: superstition or reality? In a country rich in folklore and traditions, this belief continues to influence the daily lives of many Lebanese.

Sheikh Yasser Audi Assaulted in Broad Daylight in Beirut's Southern Suburbs

This is Beirut 10/06 16:55 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Lebanon Hezbollah Audi Assault Beirut Cleric

Sheikh Yasser Audi was physically assaulted on Tuesday in Haret Hreik, a district in the southern suburbs of Beirut known for its political sensitivity. According to a report by An-Nahar, a group of young men carried out the attack in broad daylight, shocking residents who witnessed the incident. The cleric was reportedly beaten severely in a ...

President Aoun in Jordan to Deepen Ties, Address Refugee Crisis

This is Beirut 10/06 15:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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President Joseph Aoun arrived in Amman on Tuesday for a high-level visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation with Jordan, particularly in addressing the ongoing Syrian refugee crisis and promoting regional stability. Aoun was received at Marka Military Airport with full honors by Jordan’s King Abdullah II. The visit included formal ...

UNIFIL and the Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Condemn Attacks on Peacekeepers

This is Beirut 10/06 11:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The Lebanese government expressed strong concern on Tuesday following two separate incidents in southern Lebanon, where civilians believed to be affiliated with Hezbollah targeted patrols from the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). The attacks have reignited debate over the freedom of movement granted to UN forces under UN Security ...

Salam Emphasizes Security and Sovereignty for Rebuilding Lebanon

This is Beirut 10/06 11:15 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Prime Minister Nawaf Salam revealed that the government has successfully dismantled over 500 weapons depots in southern Lebanon, a significant step toward stabilizing the region. Additionally, security enhancements have been made at Beirut’s international airport to ensure safer conditions for citizens and international visitors alike. At the ...

Op-edInstructions from the Al-Sahhaf Playbook

Johnny Kortbawi 10/06 11:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Nawaf Salam Hezbollah Joseph Aoun

Mohammed Saeed al-Sahhaf, Iraq’s former Minister of Information, became a global icon during the 2003 invasion of Iraq. His surreal press briefings - defiant, eloquent, and completely disconnected from reality - turned him into a legend of denial and spin. But Al-Sahhaf is no longer just a relic of Iraq’s past. He has become a mindset, a ...