This is Beirut, 09/02 15:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Tensions remain high on the Lebanese-Syrian border, with violent clashes continuing, particularly in Matraba, between armed elements in Hermel and Syrian security forces. Sunday afternoon, the Lebanese army has sent reinforcements to Masharih el-Qaa, on the border. This afternoon, shells struck the official school in Qanaf and the locality of ...
Fady Noun, 09/02 10:20 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
They are 400,000 students—half of them in Lebanon—deeply rooted in Francophonie, immersed in a culture of unrivaled richness and diversity. Teaching these 400,000 students and instilling in them the values of coexistence—while half of them envision their future beyond the Arab Francophone world where they grew up—is one of the most ...
This is Beirut, 08/02 21:50 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Nawaf Salam Lebanon Ministers Government
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced the composition of his government on Saturday from the Baabda Palace. Who are the new ministers? Vice President of the Government: Tarek Mitri Tarek Mitri, former minister and one of the architects of UN Security Council Resolution 1701, was part of four governments between 2005 and 2011, holding the ...
This is Beirut, 08/02 13:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Amid Lebanon’s quest for renewal, the Beirut Marathon Association (BMA) unveiled the 2025 edition during a press conference held at the Parliament Library Hall in Nejme Square. Scheduled for Sunday, May 4, 2025, the race will take place along the Beirut Waterfront under the slogan: “Let’s Run from Finish to Start for a New Lebanon.” A ...
Liliane Mokbel, 08/02 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
lebanon Banque du Liban electricity
Electricity production increased by 36.7% in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to data from the Banque du Liban. It reached 2.239 million kilowatt-hours (kWh), up from 1.638 million kWh during the same period last year. This growth continues the 41.7% increase seen between 2022 and 2023, when total production ...
Jad Ramadan, 08/02 11:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Baalbeck Football lebanon championnat
On Matchday 4 of the Lebanese championship, Tadamon Tyr suffered their first slip-up of the season, losing 1-0 to Nejmeh. This crucial win revived Nejmeh's fortunes after an inconsistent start to the season. Meanwhile, Al-Ansar continued their unbeaten run with a 3-1 victory over Chabab al-Sahel. This match marked a turning point, as ...
This is Beirut, 07/02 18:45 - Reading : less than a minute
The French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs has expressed its confidence in Lebanon’s ability to form a government that represents all its citizens. Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that France has “full confidence in the ability of the Lebanese authorities to form a ...
Fabienne Touma, 07/02 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Festival Cinema Culture Art Lebanon France
The Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival, which began on Friday, January 31, and runs until Saturday, February 8, is an unmissable event for cinema enthusiasts. For its 47th edition, the festival highlights Lebanon through an exceptional selection of short films. Some filmmakers are given special recognition, with sessions dedicated ...
This is Beirut, 06/02 17:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Qatari ambassador to Lebanon, Sheikh Saud bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani, has announced that Qatar will soon provide extensive support to Lebanon, particularly in the economic sector. He highlighted the strong interest of Qatari investors in various industries, including electricity, oil and gas, port operations and airport management. Speaking at ...
Chelsea Al Arif, 06/02 14:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Hezbollah Nawaf Salam Joseph Aoun lebanon
The trilateral meeting between Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam concluded this Thursday afternoon after an hour and a half of discussions. According to MTV, Berri's insistence on appointing a fifth Shiite minister hindered the government formation process. Diplomatic sources ...
This is Beirut, 06/02 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Beirut Culture Kids Lebanon Art France
On Saturday, February 8, 2025, the French Institute in Lebanon, located on Rue de Damas in Beirut, will host the second edition of the “Rendez-vous des enfants.” After the success of the first edition, which brought together over 2,000 children and their families in February 2024, this year’s event returns with an even more engaging program ...
Bassam Abou Zeid, 06/02 08:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon government Resolution 1701 USA Donald Trump
The American delegation visiting Lebanon on Thursday carries several important messages, particularly regarding Morgan Ortagus, who has succeeded Amos Hochstein. Ortagus has been given the responsibility of managing Lebanon's portfolio, which includes critical issues such as government formation, policy programs, Israeli withdrawal, the release of ...