Minister Hajjar Reports 43% Voter Turnout in the North and Akkar, Vows Action on Election Violations

This is Beirut 12/05 13:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Minister of Interior Ahmad al-Hajjar announced on Monday that voter turnout in the northern regions reached a general rate of 43.29% during the latest round of municipal elections, with 37.25% turnout in North Lebanon and 49.33% in Akkar. Speaking at a press conference, Hajjar described the electoral process as having proceeded “well,” ...

UK Charity Under Scrutiny for Alleged Hezbollah Ties

This is Beirut 12/05 12:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Since Saturday, the names of Hussein Harake and Zeinab Basma have been at the center of a growing controversy in the United Kingdom. The pair—Harake, a former British Airways security employee at Heathrow Airport, and Basma, an NHS doctor—are accused of raising hundreds of thousands of pounds for Lebanon through a group alleged to have ties to ...

EditorialStabilization in the Middle East: Necessary, but Not Sufficient

Michel Touma 12/05 12:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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The Lebanese are understandably focused on the upcoming municipal elections, but they remain deeply unsettled by regional developments. As the situation evolves, it often feels as though little changes. Today, the primary concern is the ongoing negotiations between Washington and Tehran, and, more critically, the fate of various Iranian proxies ...

National Heritage Day: Lebanon Opens Heritage Sites for Free

This is Beirut 12/05 10:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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In celebration of National Heritage Day, museums and archaeological sites across Lebanon will open their doors free of charge on May 14, 15 and 16. The initiative invites the public to explore the country’s cultural landmarks without entrance fees during official working hours. The annual occasion, observed on the third Thursday of May, is ...

SpotlightIs the Qatari Model the Key to Lebanese-Israeli Relations?

Bassam Abou Zeid 12/05 09:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Political sources reported that Lebanese officials have been repeatedly and directly informed by multiple parties that the only viable way to resolve the ongoing issues with Israel, including the withdrawal from occupied territories, an end to ongoing violations and the resolution of disputes along the Blue Line, is through direct negotiations ...

Municipal Elections: Key Stakes and Early Results in North Lebanon and Akkar

Alissar Boulos 12/05 09:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Municipal elections took place on Sunday in the governorates of North Lebanon and Akkar, shedding light on evolving political balances across both Christian strongholds and predominantly Sunni regions. Voter turnout in the North and Akkar reached an overall rate of 43.29%, with 37.25% in the North and 49.33% in Akkar specifically. According to ...

VideosTannourine: Family Ties Prevail Over Politics

Chelsea Al Arif 11/05 20:00 - Reading : less than a minute

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A large number of the electorate in several Batroun villages reject the interference of political parties in the management of local affairs.

VideosMunicipal and Mukhtar Elections Conclude Across the North and Akkar Governorates

Lyne Sammouri 11/05 19:55 - Reading : less than a minute

Polling stations closed Sunday evening in North Lebanon and Akkar after a day of local elections marked by active participation.

President Joseph Aoun Arrives in Kuwait on a Two-Day Official Visit

This is Beirut 11/05 19:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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President Joseph Aoun praised the State of Kuwait as a steadfast supporter of Lebanon on political, economic and humanitarian fronts, as he arrived in the country on Sunday for a two-day official visit. Accompanied by Foreign Affairs Minister Youssef Rajji, Aoun expressed his "deep appreciation and gratitude" for Kuwait’s continued backing, ...

VideosMunicipal Elections 2025: Northern Lebanon Votes Under Ministry Oversight

Lyne Sammouri 11/05 16:00 - Reading : less than a minute

Municipal Elections 2025: Northern Lebanon votes under the oversight of the Ministry of Interior’s operations center: mobilization, security and monitoring.

VideosHow Do We Vote? A Simple Guide to the Electoral Process

Chelsea Al Arif 11/05 15:55 - Reading : less than a minute

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Here’s everything you need to know about how voting works in Lebanon—clearly explained by our reporter, Chelsea Al Arif.

VideosArdeh: At the Heart of Zgharta's Municipal Election Battle

Yara Germany 11/05 14:15 - Reading : less than a minute

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With 2,500 voters, Ardeh has become one of the most pivotal municipalities in the electoral contest for the Zgharta district. In this small yet highly contested locality, every vote matters as the Moawad and Marada factions vie for control of the Federation of Municipalities, a strategic tool that will shape the region's political future.