Marilyne Jallad, 17/11 10:00 - Reading : 9 minute(s)
Many parents interviewed by This is Beirut, especially mothers, say they aren't afraid, or at least they try to hide their fear. Mothers, Managing Fear, the August 4th Trauma, and Parenting Approaches "As a mother, I don’t allow myself to be afraid; at least, I push the fear aside," says Caroline, a designer and mother to 14-year-old ...
Hala Abdallah, 16/11 17:15 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Lebanon’s national football team player Celine Haidar was reportedly injured on Saturday morning after an Israeli airstrike targeted the Chiyah area in southern Beirut. Haidar sustained a head injury from shrapnel and was rushed to Saint George Hospital in Hadath, where she remains in critical condition. As of the time of writing, the hospital ...
Melissa Manouchakian, 16/11 16:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Hassan Nasrallah Hezbollah Israël war
On September 27, 2024, Israeli forces conducted a targeted airstrike in the southern suburbs of Beirut, destroying Hezbollah's subterranean headquarters and surrounding structures. The attack resulted in at least 33 fatalities and over 195 injuries. Among those killed were Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah's leader since 1992, and Ali Karaki, the ...
Lyne Sammouri, 15/11 13:45 - Reading : less than a minute
South Lebanon war Israël destruction
In this exclusive report from Tyre, Lyne Sammouri provides a firsthand look at the stark reality of a city transformed by conflict. The haunting aftermath of the bombings is captured in powerful images, revealing the devastating impact of war on daily life in Tyre and its surrounding villages.
Lyne Sammouri, 15/11 11:03 - Reading : less than a minute
South Lebanon war destruction Israël Hezbollah
Today, we bring you special coverage from southern Lebanon, starting in Saida, where life continues to follow its “normal” rhythm despite the ongoing war. How are other regions in the South coping? Stay tuned as our reporters provide updates throughout the day, sharing insights and stories from the ground.
Lyne Sammouri, 14/11 15:15 - Reading : less than a minute
What does daily life look like in Tripoli, and how is the war affecting the economic and social situation?
Lyne Sammouri, 13/11 14:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Media Glossary War Buffer Zone
Generally known as a neutral area meant to separate opposing forces and prevent conflict. What is a buffer zone? What is its significance in the UN context? What is its significance in the Lebanese-Israeli context?
Bassam Abou Zeid, 08/11 13:50 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Secretary-General of Hezbollah, Sheikh Naim Qassem, has called on the Lebanese Army Forces (LAF) to provide clarification regarding the Israeli landing operation in Batroun and the abduction of Imad Amhaz, who, according to the Israelis, is a significant figure within Hezbollah. Qassem stressed that, at this point, he does not wish to make any ...
This is Beirut, 06/11 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Psychoanalysis Philosophy Quote War
"War is the mother of all things, the queen of all things." Heraclitus's famous phrase, the ancient Greek philosopher, seems at first glance to praise violence and conflict. However, we will attempt to demonstrate that Heraclitus’s wisdom, in this quotation, aims to highlight the creative potential within any conflict. Far from glorifying war, ...
Rami Rayess, 06/11 08:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The day will come when the war ends, and the people will try to heal their wounds and seek a way to rebuild what was destroyed by Israeli airstrikes, which leveled some villages to the ground, particularly along the border, and will need reconstruction from scratch. One day, all these tragic events will become mere painful memories, but the wounds ...
Johnny Ftouhi, 05/11 14:35 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
Central Bank of Lebanon Economic losses war cost
Lebanon is undergoing an unprecedented economic collapse, worsened by the recent war, which deepened the financial crisis that began in 2019 when the state declared bankruptcy, and banks, along with the Central Bank (BDL), faltered. The financial sector’s collapse triggered a widespread crisis, affecting every facet of economic and daily life. ...
Rayan Chami, 05/11 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
In this episode of Debunked, we investigate the growing influence of AI-generated content in conflicts worldwide. From digitally fabricated war images to deepfakes of global leaders, we reveal how AI tools are reshaping narratives and spreading disinformation. Learn how to spot these visual manipulations and protect yourself from misleading media.