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Iran's Khamenei names Hezbollah leader as Lebanon 'representative'

This is Beirut, 2025-02-05 11:25 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has named Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem as his "representative" in Lebanon, Iranian media reported Wednesday. "The leader of the revolution, in a decree, introduced Sheikh Naim Qassem, secretary general of Hezbollah, as his representative in Lebanon," Tasnim news agency said. Tasnim carried a copy of ...

Lebanon Reconnects with the World: Airlines Resuming Flights

Christiane Tager, 2025-02-05 09:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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From the onset of the escalating conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, all international airlines suspended their flights to Lebanon. Among them, major carriers such as Air France, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines halted their routes to Beirut, citing security concerns for passengers and crew amid ongoing bombardments and the inability to guarantee ...

To What Extent Does Nawaf Salam Adopt a Common Criteria?

Johnny Kortbawi, 2025-02-05 08:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Nawaf Salam Hezbollah Government

A quick assessment of the current situation shows that among the majority of MPs who nominated Nawaf Salam to form the new government, only a few remain satisfied with the prime minister-designate’s performance. So far, Salam has managed to infuriate most of those who were on his side, while satisfying his opponents, particularly Amal and ...

Mapping Forces in South Lebanon

Rayan Chami, 2025-02-04 19:12 - Reading : less than a minute

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South Lebanon remains a focal point of tension, with Israeli forces holding positions along the border, Hezbollah active across strategic areas, and the Lebanese Army bolstering its presence. With the ceasefire deadline extended till February 18, the region faces heightened uncertainty, underscoring the fragile security situation and the potential ...

New Hezbollah Network Dismantled in Germany

This is Beirut, 2025-02-04 13:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Hezbollah is reportedly operating secret bases across northern Germany, using them to expand its influence throughout Europe. This covert network is believed to serve as a platform for fundraising, weapons procurement and bolstering the group’s presence within the Lebanese community. These revelations were published by The National on February ...

Lebanon Files New Complaint Against Israel at the UN

This is Beirut, 2025-02-04 10:55 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Lebanon’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has filed a new complaint against Israel with the United Nations Security Council, denouncing recent Israeli attacks on Lebanese territory and violations of the country's sovereignty. The complaint, submitted on Tuesday, highlights breaches of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 and the ceasefire agreement ...

Government Lineup Nears Completion Amid Political Tensions and External Pressure

Philippe Abi-Akl, 2025-02-04 09:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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After 22 days of intense negotiations, Judge Nawaf Salam’s efforts to form Lebanon’s new government, following his designation on January 13, are entering their final stages. Despite political challenges and conflicting demands from various factions, the announcement of the first government under General Joseph Aoun’s reformist mandate is ...

Australian Government Imposes Sanctions on Hezbollah's Chief

This is Beirut, 2025-02-03 18:45 - Reading : less than a minute

Hezbollah Australia sanctions Naim Qassem

The Australian Government imposed sanctions on Monday targeting Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Naim Qassem. Naim Qassem is part of a group of entities sanctioned by Australia in its “the fight against terrorist financing and ongoing work to combat anti-Semitism and ensure the safety of Australians,” reads a statement published by the ...

Ahmad Hariri Paves Way for Saad Hariri’s Return on February 14

This is Beirut, 2025-02-03 15:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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With just two weeks away from the 20th anniversary of the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafic Hariri, preparations are gaining momentum for the anticipated return of his son, ex-PM Saad Hariri, to Beirut. Ahmad Hariri, Secretary General of the Future Movement, has been actively laying the groundwork for his leader’s political ...

Hezbollah and the Upcoming Phase

Bassam Abou Zeid, 2025-02-03 13:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Hezbollah’s participation in the government, whether directly or indirectly, raises many questions about its political role in the coming period and whether it will contribute to Lebanon’s openness, reform, economic recovery and reconstruction. Some argue that the group’s position after the war with Israel has rendered its presence in the ...

Israel Army Says It Killed and Detained Suspected Hezbollah Operatives

This is Beirut, 2025-02-03 12:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The Israeli army said Monday it has set ablaze many homes between the towns of Odaisseh and Rab El Thalathine, eliminated several Hezbollah operatives, and arrested others, during ongoing military operations in southern Lebanon. In an official statement, the Israeli army confirmed that “its defensive activities continue in southern Lebanon ...

The Battle for the 'Time' Factor

Michel Touma, 2025-02-03 11:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The (highly relative) calm preceding the storm? A worrying question is likely on everyone’s lips — especially on the eve of the crucial meeting between President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, set for Tuesday, February 4, in Washington. The course of events in the coming months will largely hinge on the outcome of ...

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