Samar Kadi, 2023-12-12 19:26 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
As the raging war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas continues unabated in its third month and the southern “solidarity front” initiated by Hezbollah escalates, the risk of a repetition of the 1978 Israeli incursion in south Lebanon to establish a buffer zone is growing. Western diplomatic sources insisted on the urgent need for “a proper and ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-12 15:27 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Middle East leaders gathered at the Doha Forum in Qatar to discuss post-Gaza war strategies, explicitly ruling out the deployment of their own troops or international forces in the aftermath. Concurrently, the Palestinian Authority emphasized Hamas could not be eradicated. Middle East leaders gathered in Qatar sought ideas on what to do after ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-12 13:54 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees stated on Tuesday, after an overnight visit to the Gaza Strip, that civilians there are enduring “hell on earth” as Israel's war against Hamas continues. “Back in #Gaza, an endlessly deepening tragedy. People are everywhere, living in the streets, needing everything. They plead for safety ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-12 13:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The impact of the Gaza war, including the termination of work permits, has left West Bank Palestinians in a dire financial situation as violence in the West Bank escalates. West Bank Palestinian Ibrahim al-Qiq lost his Israeli job permit after the Gaza war began, plunging him into despair and debt like thousands of others in the Palestinian ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-11 23:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Intense urban warfare unfolded on Monday, in Gaza during what has become the deadliest conflict, witnessing over 18,200 Palestinian casualties and the loss of 104 Israeli soldiers. Heavy urban battles raged Monday in the bloodiest-ever war in Gaza, with more than 18,200 Palestinians and 104 Israeli soldiers reported dead amid a spiraling ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-11 22:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Ambassadors from the UN Security Council visited Egypt on Monday to meet with victims in Gaza affected by the conflict between Israel and Hamas. This visit comes just days after the United States blocked a resolution calling for a ceasefire. UN Security Council ambassadors travelled to Egypt on Monday to meet Gazan victims of the war between ...
2023-12-11 18:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon followed the Global call for a strike on Monday, echoing global solidarity with Gaza. Urged by caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, public administrations and schools closed their doors, while essential services remained operational. Despite partial adherence due to urgent needs, Lebanese citizens rallied for a just resolution in support ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-11 15:04 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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After 66 days of conflict between Israel and Hamas, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu declared the “beginning of the end” for Hamas, while Palestinians called for a global strike in solidarity with Gaza. Heavy urban battles raged on Monday in the bloodiest Gaza war ever, which has claimed the lives of 101 Israeli soldiers and around 18,000 ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-10 22:08 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In the most severe day of bombing since the beginning of the war on Gaza on October 7, Israel intensified its airstrikes on southern Lebanon Sunday, leading to extensive destruction and confirmed injuries. Residential areas in Aytaroun witnessed significant Israeli air raids that resulted in injuries and massive damage that evoked destruction in ...
Tylia El Helou, 2023-12-10 20:57 - 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 10, 2023.
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-10 19:53 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
A general strike will be observed on Monday December 11 in response to a global call for solidarity with Gaza, the National News Agency reported. The announcement was made Sunday evening by the General Directorate of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers. A statement said caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati announced “the closure of all ...
This Is Beirut, 2023-12-10 19:42 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The head of the United Nations Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) accused Israel of wanting to expel Palestinians living in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, December 10. In response, the Israeli government rejected these accusations. The head of the United Nations Agency for Palestinian Refugees has accused Israel of laying the groundwork for the ...