This is Beirut, 21/07 13:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
In a new move to support Lebanon’s struggling hospital sector, the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) announced on Monday an advance payment of 65 billion Lebanese pounds to contracted hospitals to cover hospitalization fees under fixed-rate agreements. This payment, expected in the coming days, is part of a broader strategy of regular ...
This is Beirut, 21/07 13:25 - Reading : less than a minute
After a tense Monday morning marked by a halt in fuel deliveries due to customs delays, the situation is beginning to ease. The interruption came after the customs administration failed to implement the removal of a 100,000 Lebanese pound tax in line with a new pricing schedule issued on Friday by the Ministry of Energy. Although the new schedule ...
This is Beirut, 21/07 13:10 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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US presidential envoy Tom Barrack arrived in Beirut on Sunday for his third official visit to Lebanon in recent weeks, signaling a ramp-up in diplomatic efforts to ease escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. Barrack began his meetings on Monday with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at Baabda Palace, accompanied by US Ambassador Lisa ...
Makram Haddad, 21/07 10:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Al-Ansar Football Lebanon Champions
No Fans, but Plenty of Goals Behind closed doors at Camille Chamoun Stadium, as requested by security authorities, Al-Ansar and Safa faced off one last time in the final round of the Championship. While Safa won 2-1, it was Al-Ansar who climbed the throne, claiming its 15th championship title—a historic record in Lebanese football. Safa ...
Charles Chartouni, 21/07 09:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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The interpretation of political events can often lead to misunderstandings and confusion. It is crucial to establish clear communication and guidelines to navigate such complexities effectively. Without these measures, the potential for misinterpretation increases, which can exacerbate tensions and hinder progress. Therefore, fostering an ...
Amine Jules Iskandar, 20/07 09:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
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In the Levant, Islam took root in the major Mediterranean coastal cities—Jaffa, Haifa, Acre, Sidon, Beirut, Tripoli, Tartus and Latakia. Surrounded by Christian and Jewish hill communities or overshadowed by dominant Christian mountain ranges, these urban populations never felt isolated. Instead, they saw themselves as fully integrated into the ...
This is Beirut, 19/07 17:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Israeli Army spokesperson Avichay Adraee announced that the Army “carried out an airstrike earlier on Saturday, eliminating a member of Hezbollah’s Radwan Force who was involved in efforts to rebuild infrastructure in the Khiam area in southern Lebanon.” He added on the X platform (formerly Twitter): "The operative’s ...
Lea Mehanna, 19/07 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Culture Music Fashion Paris Lebanon
Grammy-nominated artist Mayssa Karaa opens up about blending Arabic roots with Western influences, empowering young talents as Creative Director of Berklee Abu Dhabi, and launching her exciting upcoming projects. Plus, Lebanese international designer Ziad Nakad dazzles at Paris Fashion Week with his latest collection, KANZ—a radiant tribute to ...
Makram Haddad, 19/07 11:50 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
With just a few days to go before tip-off, the tone is set. The Beirut Cup, scheduled from July 21 to 27 on the court of Nouhad Naufal, will bring together five powerhouses from the Arab and continental basketball scene: Lebanon, Iran, Jordan, Egypt, and Syria. It’s the perfect warm-up before major events like the Asia Cup and Afrobasket. A ...
Makram Haddad, 18/07 19:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The talented Lebanese driver is steadily writing her own story in the world of motorsports. Competing in the Radical Club Challenge 750, the 22-year-old rookie took part in the fourth round of the 2025 championship on the iconic Brands Hatch track in England. And even if the weekend was far from smooth, Hobeika once again showed glimpses of ...
Makram Haddad, 18/07 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
They believed until the very end. The Indonesians clawed their way back from the brink, but it was the Cedars who had the last word. Led by a red-hot captain Rebecca Akl and the ever-present Jillian Archer, Lebanon pulled itself out of a tight trap to save its place among Asia’s elite. A victory wrenched out with guts, nerves, and ice-cold ...
This is Beirut, 18/07 15:55 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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The Arab tribes of Khaldeh and Mount Lebanon released a firm statement on Friday condemning the violence in Syria’s Sweida province, describing it as a “dangerous sedition” that threatens Syria’s unity and could spill into Lebanon. In a heartfelt appeal, the tribes addressed their Syrian counterparts, especially those in Sweida and Daraa, ...