Yara Germany, 2024-08-07 16:32 - Reading : less than a minute
On Tuesday evening, Yahya Sinwar was appointed new political leader of Hamas, a week after the assassination of his predecessor Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. One of Hamas's most influential leaders, he has made his career in the shadows and is known for his alleged role in the events of October 7, of which he is said to have been the architect. A ...
This Is Beirut, 2024-08-07 15:53 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Yahya Sinwar’s appointment on Tuesday to replace Hamas politburo chief Ismail Haniyeh, who was assassinated by Israel in Tehran last week, has sparked a wide range of reactions. Iran’s military chief, Abdolrahim Mousavi has praised the appointment by saying that it means that there is “no hope for Israel in the future” Hezbollah also ...
Yara Germany, 2024-08-06 22:04 - Reading : less than a minute
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The escalating situation in the region and fears that the conflict between Hamas and Israel might spread to Lebanon are causing vacationers to cut their trips short. With various embassies urging their citizens to leave and travel companies continuously rescheduling flights, the departure hall at Beirut International Airport is now crowded.
This Is Beirut, 2024-08-06 21:52 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
After the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, Yahya Sinwar, one of Hamas' most influential leaders, was designated on Tuesday as the new head of the Palestinian group. Sinwar, also known as Abu Ibrahim, was born on October 29, 1962, in Khan Younis. Long unknown to the general public, he became known for his presumed role in the events of ...
Rayan Chami, 2024-08-06 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Assassination Debunked Hamas Ismail Haniyeh
Did Israel use WhatsApp spyware to target Hamas' political leader Ismail Haniyeh with drone strikes? Let’s debunk it.
This Is Beirut, 2024-08-06 13:34 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Amid heavy and rising tensions in the Middle East following the assassination of Hamas’ Political Bureau Chairman, Ismail Haniyeh, and Hezbollah cadre, Fouad Shokr, the US State Department drew a road map to the upcoming events in the region, carrying overt and hidden messages. After deliberating with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed Ben Abdul ...
This Is Beirut, 2024-08-05 20:03 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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France's President Emmanuel Macron said Monday he had spoken to the leaders of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia and all three had urged "restraint" to avoid an escalation in the Middle East. "I have spoken to President Mohamed bin Zayed and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on the situation in the Middle East. We call on all actors to be ...
2024-08-05 08:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Military sources are exploring numerous scenarios regarding Iran’s retaliation as well as its proxies’ in the region in response to Israel's assassination of Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh and senior Hezbollah military commander Fouad Shukr. According to these sources, this time around, these players are not seeking a merely ...
Tylia El Helou, 2024-08-04 21:27 - Reading : less than a minute
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 4th, 2024.
Rayan Chami, 2024-08-03 21:03 - Reading : less than a minute
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.
Lyne Sammouri, 2024-08-02 21:21 - Reading : less than a minute
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.
This Is Beirut, 2024-08-02 20:53 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Five Hamas leaders were killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza, according to Saudi newspaper Asharq Al-Awsat citing two Hamas sources. The attack took place last week targeting a complex southwest of Gaza City, located above a tunnel where the five were residing. The airstrike caused the collapse of the underground structure. Two of the targeted ...