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The Reconstruction of War-Torn Areas in Lebanon: A Complex and Uncertain Equation

Natasha Metni Torbey, 2024-11-29 17:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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The end of hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel raises a critical question for the Lebanese: who will bear the financial responsibility for rebuilding the villages and cities devastated by the conflict? In a country already mired in an unprecedented economic and political crisis, options are both limited and complex. Several actors could ...

Joseph Aoun Meets with Head of Quint Supervisory Committee

This is Beirut, 2024-11-29 17:10 - Reading : less than a minute

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The Commander-in-Chief of the Lebanese Army, General Joseph Aoun, met on Friday at his office in Yarze with Major General Jasper Jeffers, the Head of the Quint Supervisory Committee. They discussed the overall situation and coordination mechanisms among the concerned parties in southern Lebanon. The committee is tasked with overseeing the ...

Geagea: 'Hezb Committed a Great Crime Against the Lebanese'

This is Beirut, 2024-11-29 14:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Head of the Lebanese Forces Party Samir Geagea accused Hezbollah of committing “a great crime” against the Lebanese, affirming that “the unity of squares theory is meaningless and doesn’t exist on the ground.” After an extraordinary meeting in Maarab on Friday, he confirmed that “Hezbollah drove Lebanon to war when the majority of the ...

Iran's Nuclear Ambitions "Threaten Us All", Says MI6 Chief

This is Beirut, 2024-11-29 14:15 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Iran's nuclear ambitions pose a major global security threat even after setbacks dealt to Hamas and Hezbollah, the UK's foreign intelligence chief said Friday. "Iran's allied militias across the Middle East have suffered serious blows," Secret Intelligence Service chief Richard Moore said in a speech in Paris. "But the regime's nuclear ambitions ...

French Envoy, Le Drian, Urges Lebanon to Elect President

This is Beirut, 2024-11-29 12:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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France's special envoy on Friday said it was urgent for Lebanon to elect a president, after a parliamentary vote to end a two-year period without a head of state was announced for January. Jean-Yves Le Drian's visit to Lebanon follows a fragile ceasefire to end the war between Israel and Hezbollah. "I came to Lebanon immediately after the ...

The Legalization of Surrender

Johnny Kortbawi, 2024-11-29 11:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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We have become accustomed to victory cries, as victory is ultimately a matter of perspective. Yet, the jubilant cheers in the streets, whether amidst destruction or not, fail to capture the true geopolitical landscape. Hezbollah has, in effect, signed a total surrender agreement, irrespective of its public or private statements. By agreeing to ...

Day 3: A Fragile and Breached Ceasefire

This is Beirut, 2024-11-29 09:50 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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The long-awaited ceasefire seems precarious following several violations as displaced people from the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah continue to return to their homes in south Lebanon, the Bekaa and the southern suburbs of Beirut. Breaches of the Ceasefire Recent events show that the situation remains tense. The Israeli army bombed a ...

Netanyahu Vows 'Intensive War' If Lebanon Ceasefire Violated

This is Beirut, 2024-11-28 21:20 - Reading : less than a minute

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday threatened Hezbollah with an "intensive war" if the Lebanese militant group violates the newly established ceasefire. "If necessary, I have instructed the Israeli army to wage an 'intensive war' in response to any violation," Netanyahu said in an interview with Israeli broadcaster Channel ...

Lebanese Army Reports Israeli Violations on Second Day of Ceasefire Agreement

This is Beirut, 2024-11-28 15:55 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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On Thursday, the second day of the ceasefire agreement, the Lebanese Army issued a statement confirming that the Israeli military had committed several violations. These included breaches of Lebanese airspace and attacks on Lebanese territory using various weapons. The Lebanese Army Command stated that it is addressing these violations in ...

Ceasefire or Reload: The Uncertain Path Ahead

Salam Zaatari, 2024-11-28 09:00 - Reading : 7 minute(s)

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I'm relieved that the bombing and the killing have ceased, offering a much-needed moment of respite for all Lebanese. Displaced families, despite their hardships, have found humor even in adversity, joking about missing Avichay Adraee's daily tweets. This reflects the resilience of the Lebanese spirit. However, as the adrenaline from war subsides, ...

Le Drian's Mission: Swift Presidential Election or Negative Consequences

Bassam Abou Zeid, 2024-11-28 08:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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A French diplomatic source disclosed that the visit of French presidential envoy Jean-Yves Le Drian, following the ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel, is aimed at pushing for the swift election of a president. Any delays in this process would reflect poorly on Lebanon in the eyes of the international community, which is closely monitoring the ...

Hochstein Emphasizes the Importance of Strengthening the Army and Revitalizing the Economy

Amal Chmouny, 2024-11-28 08:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Amid challenges, Lebanon stands on the brink of a transformative opportunity. Recent developments, including a newly established ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, signal hope for a more stable and prosperous future. US envoy Amos Hochstein's optimistic outlook sheds light on a unified effort aimed at securing peace and revitalizing Lebanon's ...

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