Johnny Kortbawi, 2023-12-26 18:26 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
In the calculations of the Lebanese people, the Taif Agreement appears to be irreplaceable despite the plethora of options and proposals on the table. However, a collective understanding prevails that, without comprehensive international consensus and an appropriate regional context, the exploration of an alternative arrangement would be ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-26 17:23 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Al-Maghazi Refugee Camp Gaza Hamas
The United Nations on Tuesday, expressed deep concern over Israel's ongoing bombardment of the central Gaza Strip, emphasizing the urgent need for Israeli forces to implement all possible measures to safeguard civilians. The United Nations said Tuesday it was "gravely concerned" by Israel's continued bombardment of the central Gaza Strip and ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-26 15:54 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Benjamin Netanyahu CONFLICT Gaza Hamas
Israel made it clear that the war against Hamas will not end soon, while intensifying its attacks on the southern part of Gaza. New bombardments targeted the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, while Israel announced that it was stepping up its offensive against Hamas, despite international calls for a cease fire. On Tuesday, thick clouds of smoke rose into ...
Lyne Sammouri, 2023-12-25 22:32 - Reading : less than a minute
This Is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in Gaza. Here are the main highlights for December 25, 2023.
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-25 20:12 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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A high-ranking officer from Iran's Revolutionary Guards succumbed to an Israeli airstrike in Syria on Monday, as confirmed by the military force, which pledged to retaliate against "this act of aggression." A senior general with Iran's Revolutionary Guards was killed on Monday by an Israeli strike in Syria, the military force said, vowing to ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-25 16:31 - Reading : less than a minute
Israel is reportedly exploring an unconventional approach in dealing with Hamas leaders, Yahya Sinwar and Muhammad Deif, by considering not killing them but rather granting immunity and relocating them to Qatar or another country. Such an agreement would only be entertained within the context of a broader solution, securing the release of all ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-25 15:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Catholic church christmas CONFLICT Gaza
Pope Francis on Monday deplored the desperate humanitarian situation of Palestinians in Gaza and called for an immediate ceasefire and the freeing of hostages in his Christmas message. "My heart grieves for the victims of the abominable attack on 7 October, and I reiterate my urgent appeal for the liberation of those still being held hostage," ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-25 10:43 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The usually vibrant and festive atmosphere in Bethlehem on Christmas Eve, was overshadowed by the ongoing war in Gaza, subduing the holiday cheer. The streets, typically adorned with festive decorations, stood quiet on this special evening, with a noticeable absence of worshipers and tourists in the historic town, recognized as the birthplace of ...
Rayan Chami, 2023-12-24 22:11 - Reading : less than a minute
This Is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in Gaza. Here are the main highlights for December 24, 2023.
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-24 20:31 - Reading : less than a minute
Former MP and leader of the Progressive Socialist Party (PSP) Walid Jumblatt signed a global petition on Sunday in which signatories denounce "the genocide perpetrated by Israel against the Palestinians," as the Hebrew state ignores international calls for a permanent ceasefire. The signatories call on the parties concerned to "condemn the ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-24 14:32 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Maronite patriarch, Bechara al-Rai, once again reiterated his call for Lebanon's neutrality, asserting that the Land of the Cedars is “a land of dialogue and peace.” Stigmatizing the “genocidal and brutal” war in Gaza, which has been going on since October 7, and its consequences for Lebanon, Archbishop al-Rai denounced the Hebrew ...
Fady Noun, 2023-12-24 09:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
"From the cradle to the crucifixion, God reveals to us a profound mystery." I woke up this morning with this familiar Christmas refrain. The mystery here isn’t a detective's puzzle. It’s a reality beyond reason. Or rather, both beyond reason and within reach, as God became man and, as a human being, cannot be incomprehensible. Not ...