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The Assad Reign in Lebanon: Discord and Destabilization

Michel Touma, 2024-12-08 13:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

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Four years ago, Lebanon celebrated the centennial of Greater Lebanon’s creation. It is important to acknowledge that almost half of these one hundred years were marked by the unfortunate conflicts with the Assad regime, from the early 1970s to the dramatic downfall of Bashar al-Assad and his regime on December 8, a historic day. Lebanon’s ...

Syria: The Middle East’s Berlin Wall Has Fallen

Marc Saikali, 2024-12-08 11:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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It only took a few days for the "rebels" to overthrow one of the world's most tyrannical regimes—almost without a fight. At this point, it’s still difficult to understand how such a heterogeneous group, mostly armed with light weapons—at least according to the images we've seen—managed to bring down the Assad regime, which has been in ...

Lebanese Leaders Hail the Fall of the Syrian Regime

This is Beirut, 2024-12-08 10:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The announcement of the Syrian regime's fall has sparked strong reactions from Lebanese political figures, highlighting shared histories and hopes for a new chapter in Syrian-Lebanese relations. Former Progressive Socialist Party leader Walid Joumblatt showed solidarity with Syria's people following years of conflict and oppression. He ...

Moto: Rafic Eid Shines in Dubai and Sets His Sights on Dakar

Makram Haddad, 2024-12-07 10:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Lebanese rider Rafic Eid has made a resounding achievement by securing second place in the final standings of the 2024 World Off-Road Rally Cup (Baja) in the veterans category. This performance, just a month before the legendary Dakar Rally, marks a pivotal turning point in the career of this bold and ambitious driver. An Exceptional Journey in ...

Unholy Alliance: The Dark Forces of Iran and Russia Undermining the Middle East

Amal Chmouny, 2024-12-07 09:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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The relationship between Russia and Iran has always piqued interest, often characterized as a unique alliance shaped by the complex geopolitics of the Middle East. This partnership has been notably reinforced through their mutual support for the Assad regime in Syria, enabling both nations to strengthen their military and economic connections. ...

Auto: Dania Akeel Makes History by Winning the FIA Middle East Baja Cup

Makram Haddad, 2024-12-05 12:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Saudi driver Dania Akeel achieved a remarkable feat by securing the title of the FIA Middle East Baja Cup during the Dubai International Baja held this past weekend. A historic victory that marks a turning point in motorsport in the Middle East. An impressive journey Dania Akeel succeeded in clinching the title in this prestigious regional ...

Aleppo Loss Marks a Turning Point for Assad’s Regime

This is Beirut, 2024-12-04 17:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The ease with which rebel groups captured Aleppo (North) and advanced toward central Syria has shaken Bashar al-Assad’s legitimacy, fueling the ambitions of his opponents, analysts unanimously say. The capital remains well-defended, with the army launching a counteroffensive on Wednesday, aided by Russian airstrikes. However, the blow dealt in ...

Saudi Crown Prince's UAE Visit Focuses on Preventing New Regional Conflicts

This is Beirut, 2024-12-02 13:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler discussed "new crises" in the Middle East with the UAE's president during his first visit to the country in three years, Emirati media said. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and UAE leader Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met on Sunday in Al Ain, a former oasis on the Omani border, hours after a Gulf Cooperation ...

The End of an Era

Charles Chartouni, 2024-12-02 09:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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The Iranian revolutionary imaginary and its strategic projections are gradually coming to an end with the unraveling of the proxies tapestry, the destruction of its operational platforms and the debunking of its political mythologies. The conjunction of internal crises with the demise of the imperial dominion is no hazard; it’s the outcome of ...

Macron’s Future Visit to Riyadh: Strengthening Strategic Ties With KSA

This is Beirut, 2024-11-30 20:23 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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French President Emmanuel Macron, leveraging his role in the Lebanon ceasefire, hopes to bring Saudi Arabia back into play in Beirut and strengthen France's influence in the Middle East during a state visit to Riyadh starting Monday. The head of state, who will spend three days in Saudi Arabia, also aims to project a "new ambition" in relations ...

Iran and Europeans Continue Discreet Talks on Nuclear

This is Beirut, 2024-11-29 16:18 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Iran, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom will "continue their diplomatic dialogue in the near future," a senior Iranian diplomat said on Friday following highly discreet talks in Geneva. "We are firmly committed to defending the interests of our people, and our preference is for dialogue and engagement," Kazem Gharibabadi, deputy to the ...

New EU Commission Gets Green Light to Launch Defense, Economy Push

This is Beirut, 2024-11-27 14:40 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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European lawmakers on Wednesday gave Ursula von der Leyen's new executive team the green light to start work, as the EU chief warned there was "no time to waste" to boost the bloc's defenses and competitiveness. From supporting Kyiv against Russia's invasion to war in the Middle East, China's economic rivalry and the imminent return of Donald ...

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