War in the Middle East

Gaza Left “Uninhabitable,” Hope for a Truce, and Iran Warns US
Gaza Left “Uninhabitable,” Hope for a Truce, and Iran Warns US

The war between Israel and Hamas entered its 119th day on Sunday, February 02. While fighting still rages in Khan Younes after four months of war that have left Gaza "uninhabitable," the hope for a truce is rearing its head.  Fighting continued in Gaza on Friday with numerous reported casualties overnight, following an announcement from the ...

War Diary: Day 119
War Diary: Day 119

This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in Gaza. Here are the main highlights for February 2nd, 2024.

On the Importance of Implementing Resolution 1701
On the Importance of Implementing Resolution 1701

For caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, "a three-step plan is essential" to restore peace in the region and allow for the normalization of relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel, following the war between Hamas and Israel that started on October 7. According to him, the first step is to achieve a "ceasefire in Gaza, then the exchange of ...

Israeli Warplanes and Artillery Shelling Invade the Southern Skies
Israeli Warplanes and Artillery Shelling Invade the Southern Skies

The Israeli army targeted with artillery shells on Friday morning the outskirts of the Hamames hill in Sirda, while a smoke shell fell between houses in the town of Khiam. Artillery shelling also targeted the outskirts of northern Tayr Harfa and the outskirts of Wadi Hassan and Majdal Zoun. Warplanes carried out a series of airstrikes targeting ...

Gaza: An Uncertain Ceasefire
Gaza: An Uncertain Ceasefire

Qatar's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Majed al-Ansari, announced on Thursday that Hamas had provided "initial positive confirmation" in response to a ceasefire proposal. However, sources within Hamas caution that no agreement on the framework has been reached, citing significant concerns. After a truce proposal agreed on with Israeli negotiators ...

French Foreign Minister to Visit Beirut on Tuesday
French Foreign Minister to Visit Beirut on Tuesday

The recently appointed French Minister of Foreign Affairs, Stephane Sejourne, is set to visit Beirut on Tuesday as part of international efforts to push for a ceasefire in Gaza and South Lebanon. This visit follows a recent trip by the British Foreign Secretary, David Cameron, last Thursday. This also follows visits from the Qatari envoy, and ...

Conflict Continues in South as US Press for Diplomatic Solutions
Conflict Continues in South as US Press for Diplomatic Solutions

Tensions remained high on Thursday evening at Lebanon's southern border. While Israeli media reported alarm sirens in Zarit near the Lebanese border, Israeli bombardments continued on the ground. Warplanes launched several airstrikes in an area between Halta and Kfarchouba, as well as on the outskirts of Kfar Hamames in the al-Shaqif ...

Barbara Leaf: US Keen on Diplomatic Solution in Southern Lebanon
Barbara Leaf: US Keen on Diplomatic Solution in Southern Lebanon

US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf underlined in a press briefing on Thursday the formidable challenges facing the region since October 7, stressing, however, that Washington is keen and committed to finding a lasting settlement for the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and a diplomatic solution on the Lebanon-Israel ...

War Diary: Day 118
War Diary: Day 118

This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in southern Lebanon and Gaza. Here are the main highlights for February 1, 2024.

Qatar: Hamas Gives 'Initial Positive Confirmation' on Truce Plan
Qatar: Hamas Gives 'Initial Positive Confirmation' on Truce Plan

Hamas has given "initial positive confirmation" to a proposal for the cessation of fighting in Gaza and the release of hostages, Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman said on Thursday. US, Egyptian, and Qatari mediators met with Israeli intelligence officials in Paris on Sunday, where they proposed a six-week pause in the Gaza war and a ...

South Lebanon: One Injured in Wazzani
South Lebanon: One Injured in Wazzani

Israeli shelling continued on the Lebanese southern front for the 117th day. On Thursday, the Lebanese Red Cross transferred a wounded individual from the town of Wazzani to the governmental hospital in Marjayoun due to Israeli gunfire. The Israeli army targeted, in the morning, from its positions near Mount Labbouneh, the towns of Jebbine, Tayr ...