Hussain Abdul-Hussain 01/04 15:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Lebanon Hezbollah Nawaf Salam Joseph Aoun
Lebanon is pretending to disarm Hezbollah and thinks that the world believes it. Then, when the world calls Beirut out, Lebanese officials engage in collective delusion and blame “Israeli aggression” for military escalation. Lebanon is now reneging on the ceasefire and the 1701 enforcement mechanism that it signed, in November, in which it ...
Michael al-Andary 01/04 14:50 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Lebanon Adel Nassar Judicial appointments The Supreme Judicial Council
After finalizing security appointments and selecting a new central bank governor, the Lebanese Cabinet’s attention has now turned to complete long-overdue judicial appointments, pending since 2020. Minister of Justice Adel Nassar emphasized that the judiciary is “entering a new phase,” and confirmed in a recent interview that ...
Johnny Kortbawi 01/04 14:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Despite behind-the-scenes talks suggesting that some officials may be considering a quiet postponement of municipal and optional elections until at least September—in order to allow for greater political clarity and better adaptation to the evolving security situation in the south—the electoral momentum in Lebanon is already gaining intensity. ...
This is Beirut 01/04 12:55 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Beirut International Airport Hezbollah Rasamny
Lebanon’s Minister of Public Works and Transport, Fayez Rasamny, has stated that Beirut International Airport remains fully secure. In an interview with Al-Hadath media, Rasamny underscored the Lebanese government’s commitment to shielding the airport from political and security-related disruptions, ensuring its continuous and smooth ...
This is Beirut 01/04 12:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Lebanon Israel Hamas Hezbollah Hassan Bdair
The Israeli airstrike that rocked the southern suburbs of Beirut at dawn on Tuesday targeted Hassan Bdair, the deputy head of Hezbollah’s Palestinian Affairs unit. What do we know about him, and why was he targeted? According to a source quoted by Agence France-Presse (AFP), Hassan Bdair was at his family home when the strike occurred. He ...
This is Beirut 01/04 10:15 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Nizar Hani Minister of Agriculture FAO Veronica Quattrulla
In efforts to strengthen food security, support local production, and enhance the sustainability of the agricultural and food sectors, Minister of Agriculture Nizar Hani accompanied by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Ambassador to Lebanon, Veronica Quattrulla, toured consumer markets at various ports on Tuesday. FAO Ambassador ...
Philippe Abi-Akl 01/04 08:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Lebanon Israel Hezbollah Morgan Ortagus
Two unsettling and deliberate incidents occurred ahead of four critical milestones for Lebanon. On March 22, shortly before the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron’s special envoy to Lebanon, Jean-Yves Le Drian, rockets were fired from Lebanon into Israel. Hezbollah denied any involvement, but Israel responded with heavy strikes on the ...
This is Beirut 01/04 04:45 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Israël lebanon Beirut Bombing Hezbollah
The Israeli army’s Arabic-speaking spokesperson, confirmed on Tuesday the death of Hassan Ali Mahmoud Bdair. According to Avichay Adraee, “Israeli Air Force fighter jets, under the direction of the Shin Bet, carried out an attack last night in the southern suburbs of Beirut, targeting the terrorist named Hassan Ali Mahmoud Bdair, ...
Mario Chartouni 31/03 18:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Saudi Arabia Amal Gulf Hezbollah Joseph Aoun
The lavish reception for Nawaf Salam during his recent visit to Saudi Arabia has raised many questions. This high-profile welcome, marked by exceptional hospitality, is more than a simple protocol gesture and reflects significant political stakes. To shed light on the real motives behind this meeting, This is Beirut spoke with political analyst ...
Chelsea Al Arif 31/03 17:15 - Reading : less than a minute
In Beirut, the festive spirit of Eid al-Fitr blends with the pleasant weather. While some embrace the holiday with renewed optimism, others, burdened by daily challenges, approach it with a more reserved spirit.
Natasha Metni Torbey 31/03 16:55 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Jeddah Iran Joseph Aoun Akkar combat
The issue of borders between Lebanon and Syria remains one of the most complex aspects of relations between the two countries. Today, this topic has resurfaced, particularly following Saudi Arabia’s intervention, as the Kingdom increasingly asserts itself as a key mediator in the region. In fact, a significant step was taken in this regard last ...
This is Beirut 31/03 16:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Liban Arménie Eglise arménienne catholique Bishop Ignatius Maloyan Vatican
The Media Office of the Armenian Catholic Patriarchate announced on Monday that “Pope Francis has approved the vote from the regular session of cardinals and bishops to declare the beatified martyr Bishop Ignatius Maloyan (1869-1915) a saint.” “This historical event will be officially announced at a later time,” according to the ...