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Israel Says Its Invading Troops Reached Litani River

This is Beirut, 26/11 13:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Despite reports of an impending ceasefire, fighting between Hezbollah and Israel continued with increasing violence on Tuesday. The Israeli Army Radio declared that troops from the Golani Brigade reached the Litani River, an area 10 kilometers inside Lebanese territory. In parallel, the Israeli army spokesperson, Avichay Adraee, announced that ...

Blood Supply Shortages: Unit Exceeding $100

Nadia Hallak, 21/11 16:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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A single blood unit can be the lifeline a patient needs to survive, as timely access to it can be a matter of life or death. This is not a mere theory but a stark reality that we must acknowledge, especially considering the ongoing struggles patients face in securing blood and the rising costs that vary widely between hospitals. Blood has become ...

Three Killed, Several Wounded in Israeli Raid at Saida Entrance

This is Beirut, 07/11 15:20 - Reading : less than a minute

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The Israeli army carried out its first raid in Saida early Thursday afternoon, targeting a car near the army roadblock at the mouth of the Awali River at the entrance to the city.  . Three people were killed in the raid. They were identified as Hussein, Alaa, and Malak Choumar, the siblings of Amin Choumar, a journalist with ...

Middle East Aid Workers Say Rules of War Being Flouted

This is Beirut, 28/10 14:45 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Flagrant violations of the laws of war in the escalating conflict in the Middle East are setting a dangerous precedent, aid workers in the region warn. Since Hamas's deadly October 7 attack on Israel from Gaza last year, humanitarians say the warring parties are flouting international humanitarian law (IHL). "The rules of war are being broken in ...

Hasbaya: A Haven for Thousands of Displaced People

Katia Kahil, 19/10 19:10 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

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On September 23, the situation in Southern Lebanon, marked by artillery exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah since October 8, 2023, took a significant turn after an escalation declared by Tel Aviv. An urgent phone call from Israeli authorities sent shockwaves through Marjayoun and neighboring villages (Ebel Saqi, Khiam, Kfarchouba, Shebaa, ...

Israeli Strikes: Rescue Workers Targeted, Ground Operations Increased, Hezbollah Combatant Imprisoned

This is Beirut, 13/10 13:40 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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The Israeli army radio reported on Sunday that "the army has once again expanded its ground operations in southern Lebanon, carrying out large-scale aerial bombings and opening heavy artillery fire." It also announced that a new military division entered Lebanese territory on Saturday night to extend the ground operation in South Lebanon. South ...

Calm in Beirut, Chaos in Bekaa and Southern Lebanon

This is Beirut, 12/10 22:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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In the past 24 hours, Lebanon has witnessed a significant escalation in Israeli airstrikes and military activity, particularly in the south and the Bekaa Valley. While the southern suburbs of Beirut remained relatively quiet, Israeli raids in southern Lebanon have intensified, resulting in casualties and widespread damage.   Israeli ...

Lebanese Red Cross Gets Donation From French Legion of Honor

This Is Beirut, 07/03 19:41 - Reading : less than a minute

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The French Society of the Legion of Honor offered financial support to the Lebanese Red Cross (LRC) in recognition of its contributions to the humanitarian, health and relief fields. The French donation was presented to the LRC officials by members of sister association the Lebanese Legion of Honor on Thursday, at a ceremony held at the Red ...

Lebanese Prisoners: Between Overcrowding and Deplorable Living Conditions

Samar Yamout, 28/01 10:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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The problem of Lebanese prison centers is not limited to the economic crisis. In reality, most detention centers are overcrowded. Human Rights Watch highlights the serious situation in Lebanese prisons, particularly due to the economic crisis that has plagued the country for more than 3 years. Saturation and the deterioration of living conditions ...

Lebanese Navy Rescues Illegal Migrants

This Is Beirut, 2023-12-26 10:53 - Reading : less than a minute

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The Lebanese naval forces carried out a rescue mission on Tuesday, successfully saving illegal Syrian migrants from a boat bound for Cyprus. Fifty-four people, including children, were on board the makeshift boat, which was about to sink off the coast of northern Lebanon when it broke down. The migrants managed to contact the authorities to ask ...

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