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Live Studio Update: Recapping Our Journey in South Lebanon Under Fire
VideosLive Studio Update: Recapping Our Journey in South Lebanon Under Fire

Join us as our reporters Chelsea Al Arif and Lyne Sammouri, along with colleague Fady Chaanine, share insights from their recent trip to South Lebanon amidst the raging conflict. Starting in Saida and making their way to Tyre, which they describe as a "ghost city," they provide firsthand accounts of the challenging situation on the ground. Don’t ...

War Diary: Day 405
VideosWar Diary: Day 405

This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for November 14, 2024.  

Glaser: Qard al-Hassan Is Funded by Illicit and Illegitimate Activities Led by Terrorist Regimes
ExclusiveGlaser: Qard al-Hassan Is Funded by Illicit and Illegitimate Activities Led by Terrorist Regimes

In an exclusive interview with This is Beirut, former Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing at the US Department of the Treasury, Daniel Glaser, explains how Hezbollah plays a role in Lebanon's economy beyond Qard al-Hassan, particularly concerning illicit activities or alternative financing. He also discusses how the US and international ...

War Diary: Day 404
War Diary: Day 404

This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for November 13, 2024.

Holiday Season Bookings: What’s the Rate?
VideosHoliday Season Bookings: What’s the Rate?

As the holiday season nears, Rafic Hariri International Airport typically bustles with arrivals for Christmas and New Year. However, with the ongoing war and the absence of foreign airlines in Lebanon, how are booking rates looking this year? For Huna Lubnan, adapted by Rayan Chami.

War Diary: Day 403
VideosWar Diary: Day 403

This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for November 12, 2024.

Experts Warn Lebanon's 'White Economy' Is in Danger
VideosExperts Warn Lebanon's 'White Economy' Is in Danger

Due to the ongoing war in Lebanon, the “white economy” is struggling, while the “black economy” is growing. Here's a look at the difference between the two and the measures needed to protect Lebanon's #economy.