This is Beirut 16/04 11:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Hezbollah Israel South Lebanon
Tensions flared once again along Lebanon’s southern border on Wednesday following a series of Israeli drone strikes, including a targeted assassination on the Wadi al-Hujeir road. The Israeli military confirmed the operation, saying it had eliminated a member of Hezbollah’s elite Radwan Force. Avichay Adraee, the Israeli army’s ...
This is Beirut 16/04 11:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Agriculture Ministry Lebanon Foot-and-Mouth Disease
Amid a surge in cases across several neighboring countries, Lebanon’s Ministry of Agriculture warned of a high risk of foot-and-mouth disease spreading within its borders. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Ministry noted that “recent epidemiological developments in the region, particularly the emergence of new viral strains, ...
This is Beirut 16/04 11:25 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Lebanese Army Arms Trafficking Arrest
On Tuesday, a Lebanese Army intelligence patrol in Saida arrested two Palestinian nationals (Kh.A.) and (B.M.) for trafficking and smuggling military weapons across the Lebanese-Syrian border. The operation resulted in the seizure of a large quantity of weapons and ammunition, which were immediately handed over to the relevant authorities. An ...
Lyne Sammouri 16/04 10:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Easter Easter Eggs Chocolate Lebanon
Easter chocolate is more than just a treat—it’s a tradition, a celebration, and a moment of joy shared with those we love.
Christiane Tager 15/04 22:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Gulf Joseph Aoun United Arab Emirates Qatar economy
The visit, which began Tuesday in Doha, aims to solidify bilateral relations and formally acknowledge Qatar’s support during Lebanon’s recent presidential election. However, beyond symbolic gestures, high-level discussions will focus on economic recovery, energy cooperation, and Qatar’s potential role in stabilizing Lebanon’s ailing ...
This is Beirut 15/04 21:28 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon judiciary Higher Judicial Council
The Higher Judicial Council met on Tuesday under the leadership of Judge Souheil Abboud, marking its first session since October 2024. With newly appointed members, the Council aims to relaunch judicial operations after years of political deadlock and institutional paralysis. Judge Abboud thanked President Joseph Aoun, PM Nawaf Salam and Justice ...
This is Beirut 15/04 20:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam spoke by phone with his Jordanian counterpart, Jafar Hassan, expressing Lebanon’s full solidarity with the Kingdom of Jordan in the face of plots aimed at undermining its security and stability. Salam conveyed Lebanon’s readiness to cooperate with Jordanian authorities regarding reports that some individuals ...
This is Beirut 15/04 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute
An agreement has been reached in Parliament to urgently amend the recently enacted law governing compensation for private school teachers. Deputy Speaker of Parliament Elias Bou Saab announced on Tuesday that a revised draft law, fast-tracked for urgent approval, will be reviewed during the next legislative session. The announcement came after a ...
This is Beirut 15/04 15:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
United Nations Israel Ceasefire Hezbollah Palestine
Israeli forces have killed dozens of civilians in Lebanon since a ceasefire took effect late last year, including a number of women and children, the United Nations said Tuesday. The UN rights office reported that Israeli military operations had killed and injured civilians in Lebanon in the four months since the fragile truce between Israel and ...
This is Beirut 15/04 15:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Beirut Chamber of Commerce Artificial intelligence Lebanon Business modernization technology
The Beirut and Mount Lebanon Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture, led by former Minister Mohammad Choucair, unveiled an interactive robot on Tuesday aimed at streamlining procedures for its members. The launch was attended by Minister of Economy and Trade Amer Bisat. The cutting-edge initiative is designed to enhance visitor reception ...
This is Beirut 15/04 15:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Hamas Hezbollah Israel Joseph Aoun Qatar
President Joseph Aoun arrived in Qatar on Tuesday for a 24-hour official visit at the invitation of Prince Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, with bilateral talks centered on Lebanon’s reconstruction efforts in the wake of the October 2024 war with Israel. The visit comes just hours ahead of a separate arrival by Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, ...
Hussain Abdul-Hussain 15/04 15:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Lebanon Hezbollah Israel United States
The Shia of Lebanon who pledge allegiance to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei should ask themselves these questions: Why do they boycott American products when Khamenei invites Americans to invest in Iran and promises Washington $4 billion in contracts? Why do these Shia have to live in tents, erected atop their razed homes, and not surrender ...