War Diary: Day 377
This is Beirut 2024-10-17 20:40 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for October 17, 2024.
War in the Middle East
Beirut Struggles Under Displacement Crisis Pressure
This is Beirut 2024-10-17 19:15 - Reading : less than a minute
As Israeli strikes on Lebanon persist, over 1.4 million displaced people have fled to Beirut, pushing the city's waste, traffic and water systems to their limits. Urgent action is needed to ease the growing strain on the capital.
Macron's Criticism of Israel Sparks Anger in France
This is Beirut 2024-10-17 14:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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Emmanuel Macron's comments suggesting that Israel owes its existence to a UN resolution have sparked unease in France. The president has faced a furious rebuke from the speaker of the upper house, as well as disquiet from within his own ranks. The remarks attributed to Macron during a cabinet meeting on Tuesday—that Israel needs to adhere to UN ...
PoliticsGlobal and Local Condemnation of Israeli Attacks on UNIFIL
This is Beirut 2024-10-17 13:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Canada has demanded that “the strikes cease immediately” in response to Israeli attacks against the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). The Canadian government denounced “Israeli aggressions against civilian infrastructure in northern Gaza, as well as against UN peacekeeping forces” in a statement issued on Thursday. The ...
US and UN Warn Israel Against "Policy of Starvation"
This is Beirut 2024-10-17 12:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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The United States and UN officials warned Israel on Wednesday against a "policy of starvation" that could be orchestrated in Gaza to "turn it into a weapon of war." This is the first time Washington has clearly warned its unwavering ally, following a written threat earlier this week to suspend part of its military assistance if there is no ...
ExplainerGuerrilla Tactics: The Israeli Army's Ongoing Struggle
2024-10-17 11:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
After a year of war, the Israeli army is still struggling to “destroy” Hamas and has launched a ground offensive in Lebanon, making the “total victory” promised by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seem uncertain. Despite Israel's advanced technology and continuous financial and military support from the United States, the world's leading ...
AnalysisThe Future of Iran: A Regime Change?
Salam Zaatari 2024-10-17 09:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
As the Middle East war intensifies, Iran’s future seems precarious, especially with the mounting international pressure and Israel’s aggressive stance following Iran’s involvement in the conflict. The question of what Israel’s retaliation will look like looms large, with potential options ranging from targeted assassinations to more ...
EditorialFor Netanyahu and the Others, It’s All Yiddish!
Marc Saikali 2024-10-16 20:10 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Lebanese Prime Minister sought to reassure the public: "We have American guarantees to scale down strikes on Beirut." The US had expressed concern over the intense bombings, stating they urged Israel to show restraint. This gave Lebanese citizens, glued to their screens and sharing updates, a flicker of hope. A ceasefire was even ...
War Diary: Day 376
This is Beirut 2024-10-16 20:00 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for October 16, 2024.
VideosThe Media Glossary: Carpet Bombing (War Edition)
This is Beirut 2024-10-16 17:25 - Reading : less than a minute
A type of bombing that is dominating media headlines amidst the current war. What is Carpet Bombing? What is its aim? What are its risks? First Footage Credit: Mazen Hanna Farah
ExplainerWhat Is THAAD, the US Missile Defense System Sent to Israel?
Malo Pinatel 2024-10-16 10:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Washington announced on Sunday the deployment of a powerful American missile defense system to Israel, along with one hundred soldiers to operate it. Known as THAAD, the system is intended to bolster Israel's defenses against threats from Tehran and its allies. This is not the first time Washington has deployed such a weapons system on Israeli ...
VideosWar Displaced Persons: The CMA CGM Foundation Launches a Large-Scale Operation
Élie-Joe Kamel 2024-10-16 10:00 - Reading : less than a minute
The CMA CGM Foundation launched an operation to support people displaced by war. The operation has 3 components: hot meals, food parcels and blankets, as well as support for international organizations and the Lebanese Red Cross.