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Football: Lebanon Heads to Qatar to Launch Its 2025 Arab Cup Campaign
Pierre Daccache 2025-11-25 13:15 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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Lebanon’s national football team departed for Doha on Sunday afternoon to begin final preparations ahead of their opening match in the 2025 Arab Cup. Miodrag Radulović’s men will face Sudan on Wednesday, November 26 at 6:00 p.m. (Beirut time) at Al-Gharafa Stadium, in a decisive knockout match that will determine their qualification to the ...
Lebanese Red Cross’s Final Sprint Ahead of the Pope’s Visit
Hala Abdallah 2025-11-25 16:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Lebanon, scheduled from November 30 to December 2, the Lebanese Red Cross (LRC) shared with This is Beirut details of the unprecedented medical and logistical setup designed to ensure the safety of anticipated crowds. Through its Emergency Medical Services Sector (EMS), the Red Cross says it is fully prepared to ...
Lebanon–Cyprus Agreement: Strategic Breakthrough or Maritime Concession?
This is Beirut 2025-11-26 08:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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As the debate over border demarcation in Lebanon reopened widely following the maritime agreement with Israel and ongoing efforts to define both land and sea borders with Syria, Lebanon has reached a final agreement with Cyprus on the maritime boundary. The move comes after the government approved the draft agreement and referred it to the ...
From Paul VI to Leo XIV: The Vatican’s Bond with Lebanon
Maroun Chahine 2025-11-26 09:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
From Paul VI to Benedict XVI, Lebanon has welcomed historic visits from popes, each carrying a message of peace, unity, and intercommunal dialogue. As the country continues to face crises, Pope Leo XIV’s upcoming visit follows this tradition and underscores the unique bond between the Vatican and the Land of the Cedars. Since 1964, three ...
How Is the Pope’s Visit Impacting Lebanon’s Economy?
Hala Abdallah 2025-11-26 09:30 - Reading : less than a minute
As Lebanon prepares for Pope Leo XIV, businesses are hopeful and hotels are offering discounts, but security fears continue to shape expectations.
Iran Condemns US 'Bullying Approach' Towards Venezuela
This is Beirut 2025-11-26 10:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, slammed what he called the United States' "bullying approach" towards Venezuela, a statement said Wednesday, as President Donald Trump ramps up pressure on Venezuela. The United States has deployed the world's largest aircraft carrier to the Caribbean, accompanied by a flotilla of warships, officially for ...
The Appeal of Saint Charbel’s Tomb to Pilgrims Worldwide
This is Beirut 2025-11-26 13:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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Countless pilgrims travel to Lebanon’s Annaya every year to visit Saint Charbel’s tomb, a symbol of faith and healing for visitors of different religions and backgrounds.
Egypt's Foreign Minister Presents De-Escalation Proposal to Lebanon
This is Beirut 2025-11-26 14:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Cairo’s “full support” for Lebanon’s efforts to assert exclusive state control over weapons during an official visit to Beirut on Wednesday. After talks with President Joseph Aoun, Abdelatty underscored Egypt’s backing for the president’s latest Independence ...
As Pope Leo XIV’s Visit Nears, Hope Runs Deep in Beirut
Marilyne Jallad 2025-11-26 14:45 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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In Beirut, residents are awaiting Pope Leo XIV’s visit, scheduled from November 30 to December 2, with a mix of hope and caution, anticipating a unique moment for a capital suspended in uncertainty. Across Beirut, in cafés, malls, offices, and homes, the pontiff's expected arrival is sparking a wide range of feelings. Between hope, devotion, ...
Lebanon and Cyprus Sign Maritime Border Deal
This is Beirut 2025-11-26 15:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Lebanon and Cyprus formally signed a maritime border demarcation agreement on Wednesday, marking a major step in bilateral relations and paving the way for expanded energy exploration in the eastern Mediterranean. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides signed the agreement at Lebanon's presidential ...
Egyptian Initiative Stalls: Token Disarmament and Sharm El-Sheikh Talks
Bassam Abou Zeid 2025-11-26 16:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty is once again visiting Beirut to push forward the Egyptian initiative aimed at resolving the crisis between Lebanon and Israel. He cautions that the failure of this or any alternative proposal could push Lebanon toward further escalation and a potential military confrontation with Israel. According to ...
UAE Pledges $1 Billion Investment in Electricity for Government-Controlled Yemen
This is Beirut 2025-11-26 21:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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The United Arab Emirates said on Wednesday it would invest $1 billion in the electricity infrastructure of government-held Yemen, which has been devastated by civil war. On a visit to Aden, where the internationally recognized government is based, Emirati ambassador Mohammed Hamad al-Zaabi announced his country had "allocated $1 billion to build ...
Disarmament: Government Says It Is Monitoring the Army’s Plan
This is Beirut 2025-11-27 19:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Following a Cabinet meeting on Monday, Information Minister Paul Morcos said that Prime Minister Nawaf Salam “is monitoring the implementation of the army’s plan on the issue of weapons through monthly reports.” At the meeting, the Prime Minister emphasized the distinction between apparent delays and a deliberate intention to ...
From Hermitage to Prayer: Annaya, a Path of Spirituality
Michael al-Andary 2025-11-24 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Nestled in the mountains of Annaya, the monastery and hermitage of Saint Charbel draw thousands of pilgrims every year. Born in 1828, Saint Charbel lived a life of prayer and solitude, leaving behind a legacy of faith and miracles. Today, Annaya remains a sanctuary of hope, where visitors and the faithful come seeking peace, healing, and spiritual ...
Basketball – 2027 World Cup Qualifiers: Lebanon Survives a Scare, Khayat Delivers the Dagger
Makram Haddad 2025-11-28 08:40 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
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In Doha, the script had everything to become the perfect trap. Facing Lebanon was a Qatari team already qualified by default for the 2027 World Cup as host nation, but in full “resurgence” and determined to send a message to the rest of Asia. Opposite them, a Lebanese team favored on paper, 30th in the FIBA rankings, with a new coach on the ...
Three Historic Days: Watch the Pope’s Visit to Lebanon Live
Serge Abi Ghanem 2025-11-28 09:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Ahead of the Pope’s Visit, Lebanon Mobilizes
This is Beirut 2025-11-28 10:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Preparations are intensifying nationwide, reflecting the significance of the long-anticipated visit of Pope Leo XIV to Lebanon. He will arrive in Lebanon on November 28 and will tour the country until December 2. From new installations to renewed public spaces, the capital is reshaping itself ahead of the event. Teams are deployed across key ...
Pope Leo XIV and Bartholomew Mark 1,700 Years Since Nicaea in Turkey
This is Beirut 2025-11-28 11:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Pope Leo XIV will join the leader of the world's Orthodox Christians Friday to celebrate 1,700 years since one of the early Church's most important gatherings, on the second day of his visit to Turkey. The American pope began his four-day visit on Thursday in Ankara, where he urged President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to embrace Turkey's role as a ...
Pope Leo XIV in Turkey: A Historic Moment
This is Beirut 2025-11-28 17:40 - Reading : less than a minute
On the second day of his visit to Turkey, Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Istanbul before joining Orthodox leaders for a historic prayer in Iznik. In a country where Christians make up only 0.1% of the population, his visit is seen by many as “a blessing.” The Pope emphasizes the importance of supporting refugees and the most ...
Saida Designated 2027 Mediterranean Capital of Culture and Dialogue
This is Beirut 2025-11-28 18:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has congratulated the city of Saida for its designation, alongside Córdoba (Spain), as the “Mediterranean Capital of Culture and Dialogue for 2027.” “Saida, the gateway to the South and a regional capital connected to all of Lebanon, reaffirms its historic role in culture, dialogue, and diversity,” the ...
King Charles III Cedar Trail Opens in Lebanon
Rayan Chami 2025-11-28 20:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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The British Ambassador to Lebanon Hamish Cowell and Minister of Environment Tamara El Zein inaugurated the King Charles III Cedar Trail in the Shouf Biosphere Reserve on Friday. The ceremony brought together the mayors and mokhtars of Ain Zahalta, Bmahray, and Mokhtara; the head of the reserve committee, Faisal Abu Ezzeddine; and the reserve ...
Qassem: “We Have the Right to Respond”, Adraee: Lebanese State Must Continue Disarming Hezbollah
This is Beirut 2025-11-28 20:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem said Friday evening in a televised address that Israel’s assassination of Haytham Ali Tabatabai was “a blatant attack and a heinous crime.” He added, “We have the right to respond, and we will decide the appropriate time to do so.” Marking one year since the signing of the cease-fire, Qassem ...
Faith and Hope Unite as Lebanon Prepares for Pope Leo XIV’s Visit
Maria Chami 2025-11-29 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Pope Leo XIV’s upcoming visit to Lebanon goes far beyond the scope of an official visit. For many, it resonates as a symbol of hope for all religious communities, a reminder that the country remains at the heart of spiritual and human concerns, and a breath of optimism that could revive the faith of a people in search of peace.
Pope Visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque
This is Beirut 2025-11-29 13:44 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Pope Leo XIV visited Istanbul's famed Blue Mosque early on Saturday on the third day of his trip to Turkey. It was the first time the American pope, elected in May as leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics, visited a Muslim place of worship since taking over from his late predecessor Francis. The Blue Mosque is one of Istanbul's main ...
81 Journalists Travel with Pope Leo XIV on Historic Journey
Liliane Mokbel 2025-11-29 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
81 international journalists are traveling with Pope Leo XIV on his apostolic journey from Turkey to Lebanon. The group includes cameramen and photographers representing around twenty media outlets from 15 countries. Major American networks such as ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, and CNN are part of the pool, highlighting the global attention given to this ...
The Pope in Lebanon: A Dual State–Apostolic Visit
Rayan Chami 2025-11-29 19:00 - Reading : less than a minute
As he arrives in Lebanon, Pope Leo XIV will undertake a unique visit that brings together two complementary dimensions: a state visit and an apostolic visit. This dual status reflects the two identities of the pontiff, head of state of Vatican City and spiritual leader of the Catholic Church.
Lebanon and the Vatican: A Centuries-Old Bond
Rayan Chami 2025-11-30 09:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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Lebanon and the Vatican share a relationship that predates modern diplomacy by nearly a millennium. One is a Mediterranean nation long defined by religious diversity; the other, the global center of the Catholic Church. Yet together, these two small states have forged a partnership with influence far beyond their size spiritually, culturally, and ...
Turkish Lawmakers Meet Kurdish Leader Öcalan
This is Beirut 2025-11-24 20:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Turkish lawmakers who are members of a parliamentary commission overseeing the peace process with the Kurdish guerrilla visited Abdullah Öcalan, the historic leader of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), in prison for the first time on Monday. The meeting between the parliamentary delegation and the imprisoned Kurdish leader on Imrali Island, ...
In Turkey, a Patchwork of Christian Communities
This is Beirut 2025-11-24 08:50 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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Turkey's Christian community, which hosts Pope Leo XIV this week, was a minority under the Ottoman Empire whose numbers have dwindled due to forced exiles and massacres. Today, it counts around 100,000 members spread across five denominations -- just a fraction of Turkey's population of 86 million, the vast majority of whom are Sunni ...
Saudi Crown Prince Departs for the United States
This is Beirut 2025-11-17 19:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman departed for the United States on Monday, the state news agency said, where the kingdom's de facto leader is likely to press for security guarantees and advanced weaponry. The visit marks the de facto leader's first visit to Washington since the 2018 murder of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi by ...