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VideosBarrack-Ortagus Mission: Advancing Lebanese Sovereignty

This is Beirut 26/08 20:55 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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On Tuesday, the US delegation led by envoys Thomas Barrack and Morgan Ortagus highlighted growing alignment between Washington and Lebanese authorities, working with international support toward restoring Lebanese sovereignty. The collaboration was evident during a marathon day of meetings. Barrack and Ortagus, joined by Senators Jeanne Shaheen ...

ProgramsAbou Chacra: Next Move, Player Transfers

Hala Abdallah 26/08 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute

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Basketball coach Fouad Abou Chacra opens up about his next move and recent developments in Lebanese basketball. Which clubs are pursuing Lebanon’s top players, and what could it mean for the future of the league? Find out in Episode 11 of This is Sports on This is Beirut’s website and YouTube channel.

VideosOrtagus Calls for Lebanon’s Sovereignty

Rayan Chami 25/08 22:45 - Reading : less than a minute

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During an exclusive dinner in Beirut attended by US Envoy Morgan Ortagus, US Senator Lindsey Graham and prominent Lebanese figures, Ortagus urged generational change, Hezbollah’s disarmament and the restoration of Lebanon’s sovereignty, with the backing of US leadership.

Egyptian Jasmine, Precious Essence Threatened by Global Warming

This is Beirut 25/08 16:30 - Reading : less than a minute

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In the Nile Delta, jasmine is becoming scarce, and its fragrance is fading under the impact of climate change.

In Kenya, Waste Is Traded for Basic Survival

This is Beirut 25/08 14:15 - Reading : less than a minute

Kenya Waste Services Nairobi Water Food

In Kibera, Nairobi’s largest slum, collected plastic is exchanged for “green points” that provide families with food, clean water, sanitation and laundry services.

VideosByblos: The Star Beach of Summer

Yara Germany 25/08 10:00 - Reading : less than a minute

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In Byblos, the public beach is packed: young people, families, locals and visitors from afar all gather here. Clear waters, a lively vibe and smooth organization have made it one of the country’s most popular seaside destinations.

ProgramsAssaad Awad, a Spanish-Lebanese Visionary of Wearable Art

Lea Mehanna 23/08 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanon Culture Arts Fashion

Spanish-Lebanese multidisciplinary artist Assaad Awad is redefining wearable art. Renowned for his collaborations with Lady Gaga, Hermès, Mugler, and Balenciaga, he fuses traditional leather-making with cutting-edge technologies like 3D printing and scanning. His creations show that sustainability, innovation, and tradition can coexist in ...

VideosVinyl's Unexpected Comeback in Lebanon

Elise Quéau-Boukhari 23/08 10:00 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanon culture Vinyl

In the age of instant streaming, an increasing number of Lebanese are rediscovering vinyl, now considered an intriguing relic of the past. Between nostalgia, the pursuit of sound quality and the need for human connection, vinyl captivates with its materiality, its ritual and its slowness. It’s no longer just about listening to music; it’s a ...

Bachir Gemayel: A New Portrait for a New Era

This is Beirut 22/08 16:45 - Reading : less than a minute

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At Sassine Square in Achrafieh, a portrait of Bachir Gemayel was unveiled on the 43rd anniversary of his election as President of the Republic. A powerful symbol, on which is written “we are the saints of this East and its devils” in Arabic, at a time when the country is disarming militias and reinstating state control and sovereignty.

VideosBack-to-School 2025: Rising Costs Burden Lebanese Families

Élie-Joe Kamel 22/08 16:25 - Reading : less than a minute

Back-to-School 2025 Rising Costs Registration Education

Once again, back-to-school season means hardship for Lebanese parents. Supplies, textbooks, registration… everything is more expensive, and opportunities to ease the financial burden are scarce.

VideosBurj al-Barajneh: First Step Toward Palestinian Disarmament

This is Beirut 22/08 14:20 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanon Lebanese Army Weapons Fatah Palestinians camps

On Thursday, August 21, weapons were handed over to the Lebanese Army in the Palestinian camp of Burj al-Barajneh in Beirut. This marked the first step, welcomed by the Prime Minister and US envoy Tom Barrack, even if the process will be implemented gradually.

VideosSudan: Khartoum Rebuilds Brick By Brick

This is Beirut 21/08 13:30 - Reading : less than a minute

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In the streets of Khartoum, workers and residents are busy bringing life back to a capital devastated by war. Rubble, destroyed power stations, gutted buildings… reconstruction will take years, but hope is returning.