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Israel Wants to “Maintain the Ability to Strike” Lebanon “at Any Time”, According to Barrot

This is Beirut, 2024-11-13 20:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Nawaf Salam Lebanon Israël France Jean-Noël Barrot

Israel wants to “maintain the ability to strike” Lebanon “at any time” as part of a ceasefire agreement with the Hezbollah, which constitutes a violation of the country's sovereignty, revealed the French Foreign minister, Jean-Noël Barrot, on Wednesday. Barrot, who was in Israel last week, noted a hardening in Tel Aviv positions, during ...

Football: Lebanon Defies the War and Relaunches Its Asian Campaign in Bangkok

Makram Haddad, 2024-11-13 19:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Lebanon Football Friendly match Thailand

In a context where Lebanon is facing a devastating war, the national football team is ready to shine once again on the international stage. After a period of uncertainty caused by the tragic events hitting the country, the Lebanese team is getting back on the field with a delicate Asian tour. Thus, Lebanon will face Thailand in Bangkok on Thursday ...

Israel Defense Minister Vows No Let-Up in War on Hezbollah

This is Beirut, 2024-11-13 18:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Nawaf Salam Lebanon Hezbollah Israel Katz

Israel's new Defense minister told senior military commanders Wednesday there would be no easing-up in the war against Hezbollah as he toured the northern border with Lebanon. "We will make no ceasefires, we will not take our foot off the pedal, and we will not allow any arrangement that does not include the achievement of our war objectives," ...

Egyptian FM Calls for Unconditional Ceasefire in Lebanon

This is Beirut, 2024-11-13 14:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aati underlined upon his arrival in Beirut on Wednesday, his country’s full alignment with Lebanon’s demand for an immediate ceasefire and an unconditional end to Israel’s incessant attacks against Lebanon. “Egypt’s mission is to mobilize international and Arab partners to press for an immediate ...

'Between Homes' by Chloé Khoury Showcased in Portugal

Marie-Christine Tayah, 2024-11-13 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Lebanon Portugal Cinema

Chloé Khoury's film, Between Homes, is a five-minute introspective journey between Lebanon and France. At the festival, other films were also screened and received special mentions, including The Caterpillars by Michelle and Noel Keserwany, and The Sea and the Waves by Liana and Renaud. In Between Homes, Chloé Khoury explores the sense of ...

Hamiyeh Discusses with Mikati Debris Removal, Cost and Reconstruction

This is Beirut, 2024-11-13 13:20 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanon Najib Mikati Grand Serail Ali Hamiyeh

Caretaker prime minister Najib Mikati discussed on Wednesday “the legal and operational framework and estimated cost for debris removal and reconstruction” with Minister of Transport and Public Works Ali Hamiyeh, a member of the cabinet close to Hezbollah. Discussions also covered the state of public facilities, from the airport to seaports, ...

The Palestinian Cause Cannot Be Undermined

Rami Rayess, 2024-11-13 08:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The world is closely watching the gradual steps that US President-elect Donald Trump intends to take, when he returns to the White House after a four-year absence. Among these steps are his anticipated policies regarding the burning issues worldwide and specifically in the Middle East — namely, the Gaza and Lebanon wars, which have claimed ...

There Might Be a Shot for a Ceasefire in Lebanon, According to Hochstein

This is Beirut, 2024-11-12 22:20 - Reading : less than a minute

Nawaf Salam Lebanon Amos Hochstein ceasefire

The American envoy to Lebanon, Amos Hochstein, told reporters at the White House that there might be "a shot" at getting a ceasefire in Lebanon in the coming weeks, according to the American news website, Axios. "I am hopeful we can get it," Hochstein was quoted as saying. Axios revealed that Ron Dermer, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ...

War Diary: Day 403

Rayan Chami, 2024-11-12 18:45 - Reading : less than a minute

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This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for November 12, 2024.

Abdallah Takes Over as LAU’s 10th President

This is Beirut, 2024-11-12 17:55 - Reading : less than a minute

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The Lebanese American University (LAU) announced in a statement on Tuesday that Dr. Chaouki T. Abdallah, a researcher and educator who held several high-ranking positions in the United States, has assumed his duties as the university’s new and 10th president. The most recent position he held before joining LAU was Executive Vice President ...

Rafic Eid: Defying the Odds on the Path to Dakar 2025!

Makram Haddad, 2024-11-12 17:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The international Lebanese driver Rafic Eid delivered an impressive performance during the Portuguese stage of the World Championship of Off-Road Rally, known as “Baja.” Finishing sixth in the overall ranking and securing second place in the veterans' category, Eid once again proved his mastery of this demanding discipline. The World ...

A New Parliamentary Commission for Displaced Persons' Affairs

This is Beirut, 2024-11-12 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanon Amal Hezbollah Displaced persons

A Parliamentary commission made up of members of different parliamentary blocs was set up on Tuesday to follow up the needs of the displaced persons, alongside the government’s emergency committee. A meeting was held for this purpose in the Parliament at the invitation of Hezbollah and Amal’s blocs. The MPs underlined the need to finish the ...

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