The Syrian Civil War: From 2011 to 2024
This is Beirut 2024-12-08 16:35 - Reading : less than a minute
From pro-democracy protests to the collapse of the Assad regime, over 13 years of the Syrian Civil War ended on December 8, 2024.
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VideosAssad's Fall: Syrian Refugees in Beirut Speak Out
Élie-Joe Kamel 2024-12-08 15:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Syrian refugees living in Beirut expressed cautious optimism after the fall of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad. Syrian refugees living in Beirut expressed cautious optimism after the fall of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad. pic.twitter.com/goh7wrxeLM— This is Beirut (@ThisIsBeirut_) December 8, 2024 With AFP
ReportJubilant Crowds Celebrate in Masnaa as Syrians Begin to Return Home
Cian Ward 2024-12-08 14:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Crowds celebrating the downfall of Bashar al-Assad flooded the Masnaa crossing on Sunday, as people began to return home to Syria, many for the first time in a decade.
VideosFamilies of Kidnapped and Disappeared Demand Action
Rayan Chami 2024-12-07 17:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Kidnapped Disappeared Syria
Following the release of Lebanese detainees in Syria, the Committee of the Families of the Kidnapped and Disappeared urges immediate government action. With renewed determination, families continue their fight for answers, as the search for missing loved ones remains a national priority.
VideosCross Border Business at Masnaa Suffers Amid Rebel Offensive in Syria
Cian Ward 2024-12-06 22:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Although the Masnaa crossing has reopened, local businesses and taxi drivers face economic challenges amid an escalating crisis in Syria.
Rebels Capture Hama Days After Seizing Aleppo
Vanessa Kallas 2024-12-05 20:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Rebel forces, led by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, captured Hama on Thursday, overrunning government troops and taking key sites, including the central prison. This follows the opposition’s capture of most of Aleppo last Saturday, the first major assault on the city since 2016.
VideosLife Slowly Returns to Normal in Baalbeck
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-12-05 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Since the ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel, the majority of Baalbeck's inhabitants have returned. While the economy is gradually picking up, it remains deeply scarred by the heavy bombardments that hit the town.
VideosLife in Nabatieh: Struggling to Return
Rayan Chami 2024-12-05 09:30 - Reading : less than a minute
In Kfar Sir, a village 10 km from Nabatieh, residents are slowly returning to shattered homes, while others open their doors to support neighbors in need. Amid the challenges of rebuilding, a strong sense of community offers a glimmer of hope.
VideosAugust 4 : Sit-in of Victims' Families Stigmatizing Government Decision
Élie-Joe Kamel 2024-12-04 19:50 - Reading : less than a minute
The families of the victims of the August 4 explosion observed their monthly sit-in on Wednesday. They criticized item 26, which was supposed to be on the agenda of the Council of Ministers, but was eventually withdrawn.This item concerned the reinstatement of Hani-el-Hajj, a former member of the Supreme Customs Council, one of the defendants in ...
"We’re Starting from Scratch": Shops Reopen in Southern Beirut Suburbs
This is Beirut 2024-12-04 17:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Hezbollah Israel ceasefire shops
Despite the massive destruction, shopkeepers in the southern suburbs of Beirut are trying to reopen their stores following the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Credit: AFP
VideosCeasefire Week One: Life in Nabatiyeh
Rayan Chami 2024-12-03 13:20 - Reading : less than a minute
On the seventh day of the ceasefire, and despite fears of a potential escalation on Monday night, life in Nabatiyeh is gradually returning to normal. In the Nabatiyeh Souk, residents and shop owners remain hopeful, taking steps to rebuild their livelihoods. Stay tuned to This is Beirut for an in-depth report from the heart of Nabatiyeh.
VideosForbes ME's 30 Under 30: The Minds Behind Tick'It
Vanessa Kallas 2024-12-03 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Three young visionaries – Cedric, Marc and Ralph – are reshaping Lebanon's event industry. As the driving force behind Tick’it, they are featured in Forbes 30 Under 30, demonstrating that innovation can thrive even in the toughest times.