This is Beirut - Lebanon

Trade Exchange Between Lebanon and the European Union: Decline in Exports and Imports in 2024

Maurice Matta, 27/02 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Lebanon entered into the Partnership Agreement with the European Union in March 2003. On November 11, 2016, the Partnership Priorities and the Mutual Package between Lebanon and the European Union were approved, aiming to enhance mutual interests and improve economic cooperation. According to the latest trade figures in a report prepared by the ...

Katz: Israeli Forces 'Staying Indefinitely' in Lebanon Border Buffer Zone

This Is Beirut, 27/02 14:40 - Reading : less than a minute

Israel Katz lebanon

Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Thursday that Israeli forces were "staying indefinitely" in a buffer zone on the border with Lebanon, adding that their deployment there was "situation-dependent." "There is a buffer zone (on the border with Lebanon); it wasn't easy, but I stood my ground, and we received a green light from the United States. ...

Why Do Crowds Submit to Charismatic Leaders?

David Sahyoun, 26/02 15:25 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

Lebanon

Crowds succumb to the illusion of power, captivated by charismatic leaders who activate unconscious psychological mechanisms. From identification to regression, psychoanalysis sheds light on this fascinating collective alchemy, where reason and free will give way to irrational devotion. The spectacle of crowds, united in a collective fervor ...

Two Killed in Israeli Strike on the Bekaa

This is Beirut, 25/02 22:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Lebanon Hezbollah

Two people were killed on Tuesday in an Israeli strike on the eastern Bekaa, where Israel continues to carry out bombardments against Hezbollah, according to the National News Agency. An Israeli drone carried out an airstrike on the locality of Shaara, in the Janta region, killing two people and wounding three others. The Al ...

Caroline Fattal Ranks 6th in Forbes Middle East’s 10 Most Influential Businesswomen

Christiane Tager, 25/02 21:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Lebanon Forbes Caroline Fattal

Caroline Fattal, president of the eponymous group, has secured the sixth spot in Forbes Middle East’s ranking of the 10 most influential businesswomen leading family businesses in the Middle East. She thus establishes herself as a key figure in family business in the region. President of the Fattal Group since 2022, Caroline Fattal became the ...

Israel Lifts Restrictions for Northern Residents

This is Beirut, 25/02 21:15 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Israël Gaza lebanon Hezbollah

On the night of February 23, the Israeli Army’s Home Front Command announced the lifting of restrictions on towns along the border with Lebanon. Starting March 2, displaced residents from this area will be allowed to return to their homes. This measure, approved by Israeli Defense Minister, Israel Katz, follows an evaluation conducted in ...

Mossad Chief Reveals Details of Pager Attack Against Hezbollah

This is Beirut, 25/02 18:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Hezbollah Israel Benjamin Netanyahu Pager Lebanon

Mossad Director David Barnea disclosed on Tuesday, during a conference at the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) in Tel Aviv, the details of a “pager operation” that struck Hezbollah last September, calling it a major “turning point” in the war between Israel and the militant group. According to i24 News, Barnea explained that ...

Storm Strikes Beirut, But Life Goes On

Hala Abdallah, 25/02 17:05 - Reading : less than a minute

lebanon weather Beirut corniche

It's 10 °C in Beirut, just another normal day on the corniche, despite the storm that swept through the country.

Hezbollah Is the Antithesis of Shia Islam

Hussain Abdul-Hussain, 25/02 15:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Hezbollah Shia Lebanon

A video went viral of a Lebanese woman standing at the Beirut Airport and berating other passengers, shouting: “We sacrificed our blood, this is our country, and whoever does not like it should emigrate.” She then held a picture of late Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah, pumped her first in the air, and shouted a few slogans. ...

Waddah Sadek to TIB: We Will Give This Government a Few Months Before Assessing Its Performance

Lyne Sammouri, 25/02 13:35 - Reading : less than a minute

Waddah Sadek Cabinet Vote of Confidence Lebanon

In an interview with This is Beirut, MP Waddah Sadek said that he would give the new government a few months before assessing its work.

Perfect Sweep! Lebanon Eyes FIBA Asia Cup Gold

Hala Abdallah, 25/02 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanon UAE basketball sports FIBA Asia Cup Saudi Arabia

Injuries sidelined several key players, yet Lebanon fought hard to secure a win and head to the FIBA 2025 Asia Cup undefeated.

Basketball: Lebanon Seals Perfect Asian Qualifiers Campaign

Makram Haddad, 25/02 10:10 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Asia Basket Lebanon Wael Arakji Akram Halabi

Lebanon concluded its Asian recital in the best possible way! On Monday night, in a heated Nohad Nawfal arena, in front of nearly 4,000 spectators, the Cedars fought hard to tame the United Arab Emirates (91-88) and finish these qualifiers with an immaculate record: 6 wins in 6 games. Among the distinguished guests present, Akram Halabi, President ...