Lebanon

At least Six Army Soldiers Killed in Hezbollah Arms Depot Blast Near Tyre.

This is Beirut 09/08 16:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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A powerful explosion on Saturday ripped through an arms depot belonging to Hezbollah, killing and wounding several Lebanese army soldiers on the outskirts of Majdelzoun – Wadi Zebqine near Tyre which is located south of the Litani River.. According to initial casualty reports, at least six soldiers were killed and several others wounded ...

Mohammad Raad’s Misfortunes with Life and Death!

Johnny Kortbawi 09/08 15:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Mohammad Raad has served as a Lebanese MP for over three decades, since the first post-Taïf Parliament in 1992. As head of the Loyalty to the Resistance bloc, which marked Hezbollah’s first parliamentary entry, Raad has witnessed all phases of post-war Lebanon. His combat experience is evident in his speech, marked by a stern expression even in ...

VideosJazz Fills the Summer Air in Dhour Shweir

Lyne Sammouri 09/08 11:05 - Reading : less than a minute

Dhour Shweir International Jazz Festival Christina Kairouz

The International Jazz Festival in Dhour Shweir unites local and global artists from August 8–10, celebrating diverse jazz styles and vibrant community spirit in the heart of Mount Lebanon.

SpotlightSaint-Gilles of Tripoli

Amine Jules Iskandar 09/08 11:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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Christian rule over Tripoli came to an end with the death of Byzantine emperor Nicephorus II Phocas in 969. Some 130 years later, the Crusaders reached the city gates and found a fortified settlement where the Arabs had firmly consolidated their presence. Despite reinforcements from the Christian mountain regions, it took them a full decade to ...

EditorialIran in Lebanon: The Toxic Interference of a Declining State

Marc Saikali 08/08 20:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The Lebanese state has taken a bold and historic decision: to disarm Hezbollah and other militias, and to restore full sovereignty over the entire national territory. This goal is fundamental and shared by nations worldwide. It is an essential milestone for Lebanon to emerge from the shadow of weapons and conflict, rebuild the war-torn villages of ...

Global Support for Lebanon’s Move to Control Weapons

This is Beirut 08/08 20:15 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The Lebanese government’s announcement of a national plan to restrict weapons possession exclusively to state security forces has received strong international endorsement, with Arab and European officials supporting the move. Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit welcomed the decision, stating that the monopoly of arms by the state ...

VideosBaalbeck: Festivities Revive the Region

Rayan Chami 08/08 19:20 - Reading : less than a minute

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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.

PoliticsRenewal of UNIFIL Tied to Completion of Hezbollah’s Disarmament Plan

Bassam Abou Zeid 08/08 18:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The upcoming renewal deadline for the international forces, scheduled for August 31, coincides with the Lebanese Army’s deadline to submit a plan aimed at limiting weapons possession exclusively to the state. This plan is to be presented to the Cabinet. According to US sources, Washington is closely watching the outcome of this process to decide ...

Op-edA Good Week for Lebanon

David Hale 08/08 17:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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It has been a remarkable week for Lebanon. President Aoun, Speaker Berri, and Prime Minister Salam have acted in unison, never something to be taken for granted in Lebanon. Moreover, they have done so on a topic that has been wrongly taboo since the Taef Accord: restoring the Lebanese state's monopoly of arms and confronting Hezbollah's challenge ...

SpotlightSales in Lebanon: Swing Between Bargains, Illusions and Economic Survival

Christiane Tager 08/08 16:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Economy Shopping Lebanon Sales

For many Lebanese, sales are the only time of year when long-desired items become remotely affordable: a pair of sneakers, a designer dress or a household appliance. With wallets worn thin by inflation, a devalued currency and eroding purchasing power, discounts provide a much-needed breather. But while some shoppers welcome the relief, others ...

Lebanon Endorses Barrack’s Plan for Hezbollah Disarmament

Mario Chartouni 08/08 15:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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On Thursday, the Lebanese Council of Ministers met in Baabda to discuss and approve the American proposal presented by envoy Thomas Barrack. Outlined in a detailed seven-page diplomatic memorandum divided into three chapters, the initiative aims to establish a durable ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel while launching comprehensive security and ...

Issa Sees ‘New Day’ for Lebanon

This is Beirut 08/08 14:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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US Congressman Darrell Issa affirmed on Friday that “this is a new day for Lebanon,” highlighting that “significant progress has been made in recent days.” Speaking after his meeting with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, Issa described the developments as a “rebirth for Lebanon,” focusing on reconstruction efforts and urgent needs across ...