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US Ambassador to Lebanon, Michel Issa, Readies for Diplomatic Mission

This is Beirut, 15/10 10:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Michel Issa has officially been sworn in as the new United States Ambassador to Lebanon, marking the imminent start of his diplomatic mission in the country. Speaking during a ceremony held Tuesday evening at the Lebanese Embassy in Washington, Issa said: “I am preparing to depart soon for Lebanon to begin my mission as US Ambassador.” He ...

Asia 2027: Lebanon Cruises in Doha and Stays on Top

Makram Haddad, 15/10 09:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Lebanon Football

In Al-Wakrah, Lebanon added another dominant performance against Bhutan (4–0), maintaining the lead in Group B of the third qualifying round for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup. Three goals in twenty minutes sealed the deal early, a fourth came after halftime, and the streak of clean sheets continues to grow. The mission was clear: make this ...

Trump Pressures Lebanon to Disarm Hezbollah Following Gaza Agreement

Amal Chmouny, 15/10 09:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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In the wake of the recent Gaza peace agreement, the United States is sharpening its focus on disarming Hezbollah, the militant group that has long contributed to Lebanon's instability. The aftermath of this agreement is expected to catalyze significant geopolitical shifts, compelling external powers, particularly the US, to take decisive actions ...

Syria to Hand Over Data on Political Assassinations in Lebanon

This is Beirut, 14/10 19:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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During a two-hour meeting in Beirut, Lebanon and Syria reached an agreement for Syria to provide all available information related to security incidents that occurred in Lebanon during the period of Syrian control, particularly concerning political assassinations. The meeting was held on Tuesday between a Lebanese delegation headed by Minister of ...

Raggi and Abdel Aty Discuss Bilateral Ties

This is Beirut, 14/10 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute

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Foreign Minister Joe Raggi held talks with Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, Dr. Badr Abdel Aty, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing coordination across various fields. In a phone call on Tuesday, the two ministers also reviewed recent efforts to end the war in Gaza. Raggi expressed hope that ongoing ...

Macron Praises Lebanon’s Efforts to Consolidate State Authority

This is Beirut, 14/10 17:55 - Reading : less than a minute

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French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday hailed what he described as Lebanon’s “courageous decisions” aimed at ensuring that arms remain solely in the hands of legitimate state forces. In a letter to his Lebanese counterpart, President Joseph Aoun, Macron reaffirmed his commitment to convening two international conferences in support of ...

Saluting Those Who Stand for Peace

Johnny Kortbawi, 14/10 14:40 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The latest events in Sharm al-Sheikh echo the spirit of the Camp David Accords nearly 50 years ago, a historic turning point that reshaped the trajectory of the Arab world. In the aftermath of the 1967 Naksa (the defeat) and amid shifting regional realities, Egypt and Jordan would later move toward peace with Israel. At that time, Egypt commanded ...

From Spring to Shelf: How Lebanon’s Bottled Water Failed

This is Beirut, 14/10 12:55 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Lebanon Water Bottle Tannourine Spring Water Contamination Bacteria

The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) in Lebanon informed the public on October 13, 2025, that it would be removing Tannourine bottled water from stores after tests revealed the existence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a harmful bacterium. The announcement sent shock waves throughout the country. Tannourine, one of the nation’s most recognized ...

Lebanon Still Charms, but Tourism Numbers Fall

Christiane Tager, 14/10 12:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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In the 2010s, Lebanon ranked among the world’s top tourist destinations, celebrated for its festivals, crowded beaches, boutique hotels and award-winning cuisine. Tourism then accounted for nearly a fifth of GDP and was at the very heart of the economy. Today, that postcard-perfect image has faded. Two years after a brief recovery, the sector ...

Samy Merheg, the Lebanese-Colombian Prodigy Who Caught Jorge Mendes’ Eye

Pierre Daccache, 14/10 11:50 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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It’s a story that’s starting to make noise well beyond Lebanon. At just 18 years old, Samy Jr. Merheg has been taken under the wing of Jorge Mendes, one of the most powerful agents in world football, known for managing the careers of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lamine Yamal, and Bernardo Silva, as reported by the Spanish outlet AS. This partnership ...

Israel to Lebanon: Disarm Hezbollah, or Never Recover

Hussain Abdul-Hussain, 14/10 09:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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Lebanon’s government warns that disarming Hezbollah, the pro-Iran militia that undermines its sovereignty, risks plunging the country into civil war. Yet, it simultaneously demands that the international community restrain Israel from targeting this group. This contradictory stance exacts a devastating toll: Without Hezbollah’s disarmament, ...

Asia 2027: Lebanon–Bhutan, Aiming for a Clean Sweep

Makram Haddad, 14/10 08:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Lebanon Football Asia Cup Qualifiers Qatar Bhutan

Three days after their 2–0 victory, Lebanon will be back in action against Bhutan on Tuesday (7 PM Beirut time) at the Saud bin Abdulrahman Stadium in Al-Wakrah. Miodrag Radulović's goal is to secure a second consecutive victory in the third round of qualifying for the 2027 Asian Cup and maintain the group's lead. The stage is set: with 7 ...

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