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Guterres Urges Reforms, Reaffirms International Support for Lebanon

This is Beirut, 18/01 12:55 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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During his visit to Baabda Palace on Saturday morning, UN Secretary-General António Guterres stated, "We can establish a general framework to guarantee the protection of Lebanese territory and the peace process," emphasizing the importance of "the withdrawal of Israeli forces and the full deployment of the Lebanese ...

Macron in Lebanon to Support New Leaders

This is Beirut, 17/01 22:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

France Emmanuel Macron Joseph Aoun Nawaf Salam

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Beirut on Friday. He was welcomed off the plane by caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, with whom he held talks. According to the Elysée, the purpose of the trip was to “help” President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam. Its aim is to consolidate Lebanon's sovereignty, ensure ...

Salam Briefs President Aoun on Outcome of parliamentary Consultations

This is Beirut, 17/01 16:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Nawaf Salam Nabih Berry Lebanon

Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam and President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, emphasized on Friday the urgent need to expedite the formation of Lebanon’s new government. Salam briefed Aoun on the results of his non-binding parliamentary consultations and discussions with Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri. The meeting underscored ...

The Great Realignment: Navigating the Chaos of Modern Politics

Salam El Zaatari, 16/01 09:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

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Politics in the 21st century feels like a pendulum that has lost its rhythm. The ideological battle between the left and right has become less about substance and more about spectacle, leaving liberals—once the pragmatic bridge between these two camps—searching for relevance. The world has entered an era where media-savvy personalities ...

'We Are Committed to the Reconstruction of Southern Lebanon'

Marc Saikali, 16/01 08:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Lebanon Parliament Nawaf Salam Joseph Aoun Hezbollah

The brief statement by the new Prime Minister on the day of his appointment raises questions. While it is unthinkable for the South to remain neglected, using the “we” pronoun may prompt further scrutiny. Who exactly does “we” refer to? The utterly bankrupt state? Surely not—it doesn’t have the means. The savings of depositors? ...

Non-Binding Consultations to Form Government Held in Berri’s Absence

This is Beirut, 15/01 22:04 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Wednesday’s non-binding parliamentary consultations began with the notable absence of Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri, who was expected to meet with Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam before the beginning of discussions with MPs. Instead, consultations were launched by Deputy Speaker Elias Bou Saab, who commended Salam’s ...

Salam Awaits a Meeting with Berri to Form His Government

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 ...

What Form of Government for Nawaf Salam?

Bassam Abou Zeid, 15/01 17:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The Lebanese, as well as the international community, notably the five nations making up the Quintet Committee (Egypt, Saudi Arabia, France, the United States and Qatar), are closely monitoring the formation of a government to be led by Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam. Informed political sources maintain that the government’s formation is ...

Nawaf Salam Begins Consultations with Former Prime Ministers

This is Beirut, 14/01 18:47 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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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 ...

Salam Vows Full Implementation of 1701, Justice for Beirut Port Victims

This is Beirut, 14/01 15:27 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Beirut Port Joseph Aoun Nawaf Salam

In his first declaration after being nominated, Prime Minister designate Nawaf Salam emphasized the importance of restoring the state’s authority across all of Lebanon in accordance with the Taif Agreement. He also highlighted the need for the full implementation of UN Resolution 1701 and related ceasefire provisions, and securing Israel’s ...

Lebanese and International Leaders Congratulate Nawaf Salam’s Appointment as PM

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 ...

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