Rayan Chami, 18/01 19:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
United Nations António Guterres Lebanon
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called on the international community on Saturday to support Lebanon's sovereignty and guarantee the state's monopoly on weapons, during a press conference at the Mövenpick Hotel in Beirut. “Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected, and the Lebanese state must ...
This is Beirut, 17/01 19:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Syria Lebanon Najib Mikati Austin Tice
Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati met on Friday at his residence with Deborah Tice, the mother of American journalist Austin Tice, who has been missing in Syria since 2012. Tice expressed her gratitude to Mikati for his efforts in raising the issue of her son’s disappearance during his recent meeting with Syria’s new leader, Ahmad ...
Pierre Daccache, 17/01 18:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Until January 23, the 2025 Winter Universiade organized by the International University Sports Federation (FISU) is taking place in Italy, with the Lebanese delegation participating with an ambitious and diverse team. The Lebanese athletes are mainly competing in skiing events. The races will take place across six different venues: Turin, ...
Marie-Christine Tayah, 17/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Culinary Culture Heritage France Lebanon Beirut
The humanitarian mission underscores the significance of bread as a universal staple that unites people across cultures. Loïc Nervi's involvement, marked by his passion for baking and his commitment to making a difference, is a testament to the power of sharing. For Géraldine Ghostine, gastronomy plays a pivotal role in cultural outreach. "It ...
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 ...
Johnny Kortbawi, 17/01 12:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
One of the most pressing demands that emerged on the streets since the October 17 Revolution (Thawra) regarding government formation was the call for technocratic or specialist-led governments. The expectation was that each expert would head their respective ministry, ensuring effective management driven by specialization, rather than the ...
Rayan Chami, 17/01 12:15 - Reading : less than a minute
With the war in Lebanon over, the town of Rmeish is gradually returning to normal. An embodiment of resilience, most of the town’s residents refused to abandon their homes. Today, with unwavering determination, they hold on to their lives.
This is Beirut, 17/01 08:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Emmanuel Macron Joseph Aoun France Lebanon
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Lebanon shortly before 7 AM on Friday for an official visit, where he is scheduled to meet with the new Lebanese leaders and military officials. According to the Elysée Palace press service, the French head of state aims to underscore France's unwavering commitment to Lebanon, its sovereignty ...
This is Beirut, 16/01 23:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
United Nations UN Security Council Lebanon
The UN Security Council called Thursday for Lebanese leaders to rapidly form a new government, describing it as a "critical" step for stability in the war-battered country and region. In a statement adopted unanimously, the Council welcomed the January 9 election of President Joseph Aoun, who filled a role that was vacant for over two years, and ...
This is Beirut, 16/01 21:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Emmanuel Macron Mohammed bin Salman France Lebanon Saudi Arabia
French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have pledged “full support” for the formation of a “strong government” in Lebanon, the Élysée Palace announced on Thursday, following a phone call between the two leaders. During the call on Wednesday, they stated that they would “fully support the ...
This is Beirut, 16/01 20:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Antonio Guterres United Nations Lebanon
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Lebanon Thursday on a "solidarity visit". He was greeted at the airport by caretaker Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib. "The Secretary-General has just arrived in Beirut for a solidarity visit to Lebanon," after a long-stalled presidential election and a devastating war between Hezbollah and ...
This is Beirut, 16/01 20:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Tarek Bitar Beirut Port Explosion Lebanon Hezbollah
Lebanese judge Tarek Bitar resumed his investigation into the deadly 2020 Beirut port blast on Thursday, charging 10 people, including security, customs and military personnel, according to a judicial official. The fresh charges come after a two-year hiatus in the investigation into the August 4, 2020 explosion that killed more than 220 people, ...