Lebanon

French President Macron Visits Lebanon to Support New Leadership

This is Beirut 17/01 08:35 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

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French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Lebanon shortly before 7 AM on Friday for an official visit, where he is scheduled to meet with the new Lebanese leaders and military officials. According to the Elysée Palace press service, the French head of state aims to underscore France's unwavering commitment to Lebanon, its sovereignty ...

UN Security Council Urges Rapid Formation of Lebanon Government

This is Beirut 16/01 23:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The UN Security Council called Thursday for Lebanese leaders to rapidly form a new government, describing it as a "critical" step for stability in the war-battered country and region. In a statement adopted unanimously, the Council welcomed the January 9 election of President Joseph Aoun, who filled a role that was vacant for over two years, and ...

Macron and Bin Salman Pledge 'Full Support' for Forming a Strong Lebanese Government

This is Beirut 16/01 21:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Emmanuel Macron Mohammed bin Salman France Lebanon Saudi Arabia

French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have pledged “full support” for the formation of a “strong government” in Lebanon, the Élysée Palace announced on Thursday, following a phone call between the two leaders. During the call on Wednesday, they stated that they would “fully support the ...

UN Chief Antonio Guterres in Lebanon on 'Solidarity Visit'

This is Beirut 16/01 20:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Lebanon Thursday on a "solidarity visit". He was greeted at the airport by caretaker Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib. "The Secretary-General has just arrived in Beirut for a solidarity visit to Lebanon," after a long-stalled presidential election and a devastating war between Hezbollah and ...

VideosUN High Commissioner For Human Rights Concludes Visit to Lebanon

Lyne Sammouri 16/01 20:20 - Reading : less than a minute

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After visiting Syria, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, concluded his visit to Lebanon today, January 16. Türk expressed hope for Lebanon despite all social, humanitarian and economic challenges, particularly in light of the recent ceasefire. During his stay, Türk met with key government officials, ...

Beirut Blast Investigator Resumes Work After Two Years

This is Beirut 16/01 20:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Lebanese judge Tarek Bitar resumed his investigation into the deadly 2020 Beirut port blast on Thursday, charging 10 people, including security, customs and military personnel, according to a judicial official. The fresh charges come after a two-year hiatus in the investigation into the August 4, 2020 explosion that killed more than 220 people, ...

Salam Concludes Final Round of Parliamentary Consultations

This is Beirut 16/01 19:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam wrapped up the fourth and final round of the two-day non-binding parliamentary consultations on Thursday afternoon, in the absence of Hezbollah and Amal MPs. The consultations with independent parliamentarians included MP Ibrahim Mneimneh, who described Lebanon as being in a “foundational stage” amid the ...

Second Day of Non-Binding Parliamentary Consultations: End of First Round

This is Beirut 16/01 14:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam continued his non-binding parliamentary consultations for the second consecutive day, meeting with 10 MPs. Salam is scheduled to meet with President Aoun at the Baabda Palace to update him on the outcomes of these discussions. At the conclusion of the first round, which ended at 1 PM on Thursday, the majority ...

Violence Persists in Southern Lebanon

This is Beirut 16/01 13:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The southern Lebanon border remains a hotspot of violence, just days before the expiration of the ceasefire. In the Sadana area, south of the Shebaa farms, the Red Cross was deployed on Thursday to recover the bodies of three young men killed by Israeli forces a week ago. These farms, contested between Lebanon and Israel, are often the site of ...

President Aoun Hails Gaza Ceasefire, Strengthens Diplomatic Ties

This is Beirut 16/01 12:50 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Lebanese President General Joseph Aoun welcomed on Thursday the recently brokered ceasefire in Gaza, expressing hope that it would bring an end to the region’s humanitarian crisis. He commended the international efforts that facilitated the agreement and stressed the importance of Israel adhering to its terms. President Aoun urged continued ...

VideosAl Ahmar Army Point: The Last Accessible Point in Naqoura

Rayan Chami 16/01 12:25 - Reading : less than a minute

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Reporting from Al Ahmar Army Point in Naqoura, the last accessible area for residents displaced by Israeli attacks. The Lebanese Army is clearing landmines to ensure safe returns, as Israeli forces remain stationed nearby.

An Optimistic Vibe in Beirut

Yara Germany 16/01 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute

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Following the election of a president and the appointment of a prime minister, This is Beirut takes you through the streets of the capital to hear what the Lebanese have to say about these recent developments.