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Lebanon at a Crossroads: The High-Stakes Push to Revive Resolution 1701, What of UNIFIL?

Joanne Naoum, 2024-11-28 11:25 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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Lebanon faces a critical two-month challenge as all parties work to maintain stability and implement the revived UN Security Council Resolution 1701. With reinforcement efforts underway, the focus is on translating this second chance into tangible action. Cautious days lie ahead as UNIFIL and the Lebanese Army remain on high alert. This is ...

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, ...

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 ...

Football - Asian Championship: Lebanese Women in Jordan for a Third Consecutive Title

Makram Haddad, 2024-11-27 21:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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From November 27 to December 6, 2024, the fourth edition of the Women’s U-18 Championship will take place in Aqaba, Jordan. Organized by the West Asian Football Federation (WAFF), this competition brings together the best national women’s teams from the region. Lebanon, the two-time defending champion, enters this tournament with the ambition ...

After the Ceasefire, Iran and Syria in Netanyahu's Crosshairs

This is Beirut, 2024-11-27 19:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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In his speech on Tuesday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented his strategic vision for Israel, emphasizing a shift in national priorities toward addressing the "Iranian threat." While defending the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah in Lebanon, Netanyahu cautioned that the arrangement was meant to allow Israel to focus on its key ...

Abboud: Some Foreign Airlines Could Resume Service to BIA

This is Beirut, 2024-11-27 15:55 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The President of the Association of Travel and Tourist Agents in Lebanon, Jean Abboud, has revealed that even though the ceasefire is now in force, Arab and foreign airlines will not be able to resume direct service to Beirut International Airport. He told This is Beirut that Lebanon had “not yet received any information or feedback from ...

Iran Welcomes End of Israel 'Aggression' in Lebanon

This is Beirut, 2024-11-27 15:50 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Iran welcomed the end of Israel's military operations in Lebanon, after a ceasefire came into force on Wednesday between Israel and Hezbollah. Hailing the news of the end of Israel's "aggression against Lebanon", foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei in a statement stressed Iran's "firm support for the Lebanese government, nation and ...

Post-Ceasefire, Displaced in Beirut Prepare to Return Home

Vanessa Kallas, 2024-11-27 15:35 - Reading : less than a minute

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A calm atmosphere prevailed in Beirut on Wednesday, just hours after the ceasefire came into effect at dawn. Meanwhile, displaced individuals are preparing to return to their towns and villages.

Athletes in Times of Crisis – Serge Kouyoumjian: ‘Lebanese Sport Will Be a Path to Renewed National Pride’

Roudi Abou Nader, 2024-11-27 12:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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How are you experiencing this period of war, and what impact is it having on your daily life as an athlete (training, etc.)? In these difficult times, I focus on myself, both physically and mentally, to keep moving forward despite the challenges. I work on specific aspects like my running, explosiveness and overall physical condition. These are ...

Hamiye: Rehabilitation of Masnaa Crossing Has Begun

This is Beirut, 2024-11-27 11:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Caretaker Minister of Public Works and Transport Ali Hamiye posted on his X account that contractors affiliated to his ministry had initiated work to restore and reopen the Masnaa crossing, a key border point between Lebanon and Syria. Masnaa serves as a vital conduit for the transit of people and goods between the two countries, playing a ...

The Toll of a Devastating Conflict

Christiane Tager, 2024-11-27 10:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Lebanon finds itself once again at the heart of an exorbitantly costly conflict. The war between Israel and Hezbollah is not limited to military confrontation; it inflicts colossal damage on a country struggling to recover. Destroyed infrastructure, a paralyzed economy, and displaced populations — this conflict’s repercussions far exceed the ...

Syria at the Center of Negotiations Between Israel and Lebanon for a Ceasefire

Paul Guillot, 2024-11-27 08:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Syria, which has maintained a low profile since October 7, 2023, now appears to be emerging as a key player in the negotiations between Israel and Lebanon. Though these talks remain behind closed doors, multiple sources suggest that international diplomatic envoys are positioning Damascus as a central figure in the discussions. A Shifting ...

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