Christiane Tager, 15/01 19:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In 2023, Lebanon’s public debt reached around $100 billion, representing approximately 200% of its GDP. This makes Lebanon one of the most indebted countries in the world in relation to its economy. It ranks second behind Japan (260% of GDP) and ahead of Greece (180% of GDP), Italy (150% of GDP) and Sudan (176% of GDP). This debt results from ...
This is Beirut, 15/01 18:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon Parliament Government Nawaf Salam Nabih Berry
The second round of non-binding parliamentary consultations concluded after the first round during which a significant majority of MPs called for national unity and inclusiveness. Consultations will resume tomorrow, on Thursday. According to sources reported by our colleague Houna Loubnan, Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam confirmed that he ...
Roudi Abou Nader, 15/01 18:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Lebanese women's futsal team suffered a 3-0 defeat against Palestine on Wednesday at the Nonthaburi Hall (Thailand) during the third round of the 2025 Asian Futsal Cup qualifiers, which will take place in China. This loss seriously complicates the Lebanese team's chances of qualification. Early Advantage for Palestine In the third minute, ...
This is Beirut, 14/01 18:47 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Joseph Aoun Nawaf Salam Najib Mikati Fouad Siniora Lebanon Tammam Salam
Newly appointed Prime Minister Nawaf Salam made protocol visits to former Lebanese prime ministers on Tuesday, starting with caretaker PM Najib Mikati. Following their brief meeting, Mikati remarked, “We discussed current issues, but due to his protocol tour, the meeting was concise. We agreed to reconvene later, and I wish him success in ...
Johnny Kortbawi, 14/01 12:46 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Hezbollah Lebanon Government Cabinet Parliament
Hezbollah has been a central player in the political arena since 2005. It effectively replaced Syrian tutelage with its own presence in the Cabinet, starting with its participation in Najib Mikati's first government in April 2005. This marked the beginning of the party’s active and uninterrupted role in governance. More than once, Hezbollah ...
Makram Haddad, 14/01 11:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Australian Open Hady Habib Historic Victory Lebanon
After a historic victory in the first round of the Australian Open, Hady Habib is gearing up to take on a major challenge. Against Ugo Humbert, the no. 14 seed and a pillar of world tennis, Habib will be playing more than just a match on Wednesday, he will carry the hopes of a country in search of inspiring stories. Despite the huge gap in ranking ...
Natasha Metni Torbey, 13/01 22:40 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
United Arab Emirates Joseph Aoun Gulf lebanon
The reopening of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Embassy in Beirut, following a two-year closure, marks a significant milestone in the diplomatic ties between the two nations. This symbolic and strategic move, welcomed by the Lebanese government, heralds a new phase of cooperation and dialogue. What led to this decision, and what are its ...
This is Beirut, 13/01 19:55 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon Prime Minister Nawaf Salam European Union
The nomination of Judge Nawaf Salam, President of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), as Prime Minister on Monday, with a majority of 84 votes, drew widespread messages of congratulations and optimism among Lebanese and international leaders. The European Union Ambassador to Lebanon, Sandra De Waele, expressed optimism about Salam’s ...
Marie-Christine Tayah, 13/01 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Film Documentary Cinema Lebanon Beirut Culture
Produced by Abbout Productions and featured in Metropolis Art Cinema's Écrans du réel 2024 lineup, the Diaries from Lebanon documentary delves into personal stories intertwined with Lebanon's sociopolitical upheavals. Through a poignant and deeply personal exploration, the film blends individual narratives with the collective memory of a ...
Hala Abdallah, 13/01 13:10 - Reading : less than a minute
The Secretary-General of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, arrived in Beirut on Monday to congratulate President General Joseph Aoun and hold meetings with Lebanese leaders.
Mario Chartouni, 13/01 12:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Lebanon Joseph Aoun Presidency
As Joseph Aoun takes office as President of the Lebanese Republic, he inherits more than just a position: he carries a name weighed down by a heavy legacy. Michel Aoun, his predecessor, left his mark on Lebanon’s history as the embodiment of failed governance, an unwavering ally of Hezbollah and its destructive agenda for Lebanon, and a ...
Amal Chmouny, 13/01 11:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
The Middle East stands at a crucial crossroads, where deep-rooted conflicts and power struggles continue reverberating through the region, impacting not only its immediate neighbors but also global security and stability. In light of ongoing developments in Syria, This is Beirut features the insights of renowned US foreign relations experts, ...