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Horror and Chaos: Timeline of August 4, 2020
Horror and Chaos: Timeline of August 4, 2020

At 6:07 PM on August 4, 2020, Lebanon’s fate took a drastic turn. One of the most devastating non-nuclear explosions in history rocked a part of Beirut, claiming the lives of over 200 people and injuring thousands of others, many severely. Four years later, the victims and their families have found neither rest nor justice. A recap on a ...

War Diary: Day 302
War Diary: Day 302

From Gaza to Lebanon, This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war between Hamas and Israel and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for August 3, 2024.

Beatification of Patriarch Estephan Douaihy in Bkerke
Beatification of Patriarch Estephan Douaihy in Bkerke

On August 2, people gathered in Bkerke to honor Patriarch Estephan Douaihy, the 57th Maronite patriarch and a key historical figure, who was beatified and recognized as venerable by the Catholic Church in 2008. A mass is scheduled to be celebrated in his hometown of Ehden on Saturday, August 3.

War Diary: Day 301
War Diary: Day 301

From Gaza to Lebanon, This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war between Hamas and Israel and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for August 2, 2024.

Hundreds Attend Haniyeh's Funeral in Doha
Hundreds Attend Haniyeh's Funeral in Doha

The body of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh arrived in Doha last night. His funeral is taking place today with several hundred people in attendance.  

War Diary: Day 300
War Diary: Day 300

From Gaza to Lebanon, This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war between Hamas and Israel and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for August 1, 2024.

War Diary: Day 299
War Diary: Day 299

From Gaza to Lebanon, This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war between Hamas and Israel and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for July 31, 2024.

The Sad Reality of Lebanese Football
The Sad Reality of Lebanese Football

Despite its immense popularity, football in Lebanon is on a continuous decline, with ongoing developments raising concerns about the future of the game.

War Diary: Day 297
War Diary: Day 297

From Gaza to Lebanon, This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war between Hamas and Israel and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for July 29, 2024.

Residents of Majdal Shams Oppose Netanyahu's Visit
Residents of Majdal Shams Oppose Netanyahu's Visit

As the funerals of the twelve young people killed in Majdal Shams on July 27 were taking place, the Israeli Prime Minister visited the site, provoking protests among the residents.

When Music Screams War to Dream of Peace (2/2)
When Music Screams War to Dream of Peace (2/2)

In his triptych of war symphonies, Shostakovich vividly captures the turmoil of World War II. His symphonic music, alternating between heroic and satirical, is an intense meditation on the horrors of war, with moments of chaotic violence and poignant lamentation. War rages still, in the four corners of the world. A de facto truth, some would ...